We will be meeting at Sinajana Gym. We will be doing a beautification in the village of Sinajana. We will have the student volunteers pick up trash around the area. As well, as helping the Guam Green Growth Conservation Corp bag upwaste. We ask that you wear comfortable clothing, and bring a refillable bottle, bug spray, closed-toe shoes, and sun protection. We are meeting at 8 am and finishing at noon.
Sinajana Beautification
Sinajana Beautification
- Status: Past Project
- Possible Hours: 4
- Categories: Education and Literacy, Citizenship and Civic Engagement, Environment and Sustainability
- Schools: Open to All Schools
Preparation Instruction:
To prepare for the Sinajana Beautification make sure to get good rest and be hydrated the day before. Make sure you have the proper shoes, refillable bottle, and sun protection (sunblock, hat, sunglasses). Eat a good breakfast!
Activity Instruction:
We will be picking up trash around Sinajana. As well, as sorting the trash from recyclables and landfills.
Reflection Instruction:
I would like for the students to reflect on how would you want to help beautify Guam?
Learning Standards/Objectives:
AG.4.16: Practice personal character traits that facilitate thoughtful and effective participation in civic life, including the
following:
• Trustworthiness and honesty
• Courtesy and respect for the rights of others
• Responsibility, accountability, and self-reliance
• Respect for the law
AG.4.17: Explain the importance of thoughtful and effective participation in civic life, including the following:
• Obeying the law a• Performing public service
• Keeping informed about current issues
• Respecting differing opinions in a diverse society
• Practicing personal and fiscal responsibility
GDOE Science Standards- Biology
BI.1.5: Be curious, honest, open, and skeptical and value these attributes in others while engaged in life science activities.
BI.1.6: Demonstrate by actions in the school community caring and respect for the environment and living organisms.
Science - Anatomy and Physiology
AP.1.5: Demonstrate by actions in the community caring and respect for the environment, human beings, and all living things.
Organization/Agency/Business Name: University of Guam Center of Island Sustainability & Guam Green Growth Conservation Corps
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NOTE: By participating in this project you agree to this:
I/We hereby grant permission for photographs, videos, and/or digital images of the student participating in service learning projects and related activities to be taken and used by the organization/school for educational, promotional, informational, and non-commercial purposes, including websites, social media, newsletters, presentations, and printed materials.
I/We understand that no compensation will be provided for the use of such images, and that reasonable efforts will be made to use the images respectfully and appropriately.
Participation in photographs or videos is voluntary and may be declined at any time by notifying the organization/school in writing.
