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Today, in my dentist’s office, I was looking at Readers Digest. I was struck
to see articles acknowledging the seriousness of climate change.
Below see a communication from a BC, Canada, school board.
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Dear Parents and Guardians: These past few months, conversations about the
global climate crisis have been occurring more often in the classroom, at all
levels of government and in mainstream media. Tomorrow, there are rallies
expected around the world. Already, students in B.C., some here in Nanaimo,
have staged climate strikes to raise awareness about this very important issue.
As a district, we applaud and encourage all students in this type of social
action, as it helps build confidence to speak on matters most important to
them. They are our future leaders. We are witnessing a growing intolerance by
our youth pertaining to the inaction of corporations and governments in making
significant changes in policies and business practices. Led primarily by Greta
Thunberg, a 16-year-old from Sweden, climate advocates across the world point
to scientific evidence that climate change is real and should be taken
seriously. I am happy to share that the district has taken steps to address
this issue. Last night, the Board of Education approved a Strategic Plan in
which one of its goals is to be a leader in environmental stewardship and
sustainability. The Board also updated its administrative procedure on
environmental initiatives to focus on the stewardship of the land. Your child
may feel the need to participate in one of tomorrow’s various climate strikes
across the region which will be held during or after school hours. We invite
you to have these important conversations with your child. I write this letter
to assure you that your child will be supported in an excused absence, provided
we have your expressed permission for them to miss school.
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