Testimonials
Teachers are saying….
“Speaking 4 the Planet directly links to the Australian Curriculum focus on Sustainability. Students are given opportunities to develop their public speaking and drama skills…This is a great opportunity for students and provides many benefits. The day encourages students to think about their daily lives and how they contribute to the planet. This has provided students with more relationships within the community!”
Jemma Saville
Rouse Hill High School
“Students gain confidence and it also broadens their view of the world because the topic exposes them to issues around the globe which may not form part of their current curriculum pattern.”
Sheetal Chand-Kamal
Head Teacher, English
James Busby High School
“In order for humanity to fully understand the environmental plight of our world, our eyes and mind must be open. Art is key to engaging audiences where words alone may fail, and has the capacity to act as a catalyst for change.”
Ms Karina Teh
Secondary Teacher
“I would say to other teachers that S4P is a great day for students to engage with real-world environmental issues using their creativity. It was great to see a variety of arts used to share such an important message.”
Rachel McKendrick
Teacher
Students are saying…
“It’s amazing. You won’t regret it!”
“Try your hardest and you won’t fail. You will succeed.”
“It’s worth doing, even if you get embarrassed. Remember, it’s for a good cause.”
“It’s a great, fun day whilst also being educated about our Earth and what our actions can do to it.”
“When you are watching and listening to others speak and perform, you learn a lot about our planet.”
“It’s character building and learning about the world we live in. S4P is a day of advocating for the change you want to see. Do S4P!”
Councils are saying…
“S4P is a life-changing event which exposes us to so many new ides in enshrouding the environment. Being able to meet so many like-minded and talented people was a fantastic opportunity. I will definitely recommend coming to a S4P event.”
The Hills Shire Council
“Do it! Participate in a positive, powerful day that celebrates innovation, sustainability and collaboration. Everyone has a ball.”
Liverpool City Council
“Councils, be inspired, be supportive,be involved in Speaking 4 the Planet!”
Camden Council
“Fantastic to be involved and meet so many passionate young people.”
Armidale Regional Council
Parents are saying…
“Thank you Teacher for bringing students and giving them the opportunity to participate in this event even though I know this is such a busy time of the year.”
“This event is a great opportunity for others to interact and share meaningful ideas, thought-provoking questions and great experiences, all for the sake of the planet.”
Schools are saying…
“A great opportunity to see students shine!”
“Teachers, get involved in saving our environment. If you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem. Get your students involved.”
“Speaking 4 the Planet provides an insight into the opinions of youth.”
“An exchanging, insightful experience offering multiple perspectives.”
“Great opportunity to celebrate environmental issues.”
“This is a great opportunity to see young people engage critically with issues affecting our world and the people in it.”
“S4P is an enabling environment for creativity; it builds student confidence and gives them a voice for change. Brilliant and inspiring day. Thank you.”