World Environment Day
New Indian School Umm Al Quwain Leads Environmental Initiative on World Environment Day
In Umm Al Quwain, UAE, the New Indian School Umm Al Quwain took a proactive stance on World Environment Day, hosting a series of impactful events geared towards raising awareness about environmental conservation. Led by the school's managing director, Dr Abdusalam Olayat, and principal, Dr Saifudheen P Hamsa, the emphasis was firmly placed on the crucial role of tree plantation in safeguarding the planet for future generations.
The event saw a diverse gathering comprising faculty, students, and esteemed guests, including Mr Yasir V.K., the president of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), and Mr Melvin, representing the Mall of Umm Al Quwain. Together, they focused on concrete actions to combat climate change.
A highlight of the day was Mr. Melvin's generous donation of various plants to the school, highlighting the significance of public-private partnerships in environmental initiatives. In response, the school announced an ambitious plantation drive, with plans to plant 1000 saplings within its campus.
The initiative gained momentum as members of the PTA committee, representatives from the Mall of Umm Al Quwain, Vice Principal Mrs. Mary Brigeet, the Admin Manager Mr. Sahad, teachers, and enthusiastic students came together to plant trees and saplings across the school grounds. The atmosphere was one of unity and resolve as participants collaborated to make a tangible difference in their local environment.
Both Dr. Abdusalam Olayat and Dr. Saifudheen P Hamsa reiterated the school's dedication to sustainability, stressing the importance of instilling environmental responsibility in students. They emphasized the educational value of hands-on experiences like tree planting in fostering a deeper connection to nature among the student body.
The World Environment Day celebrations at the New Indian School Umm Al Quwain served as a poignant reminder of the power of collective action in addressing pressing environmental challenges. As saplings found their place in the fertile soil of the school campus, so too did the seeds of hope for a greener, more sustainable future.