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By Ella Niederhelman
IPSWICH Despite wind gusts and rain delays, hundreds of children raced out of the building towards their spring break. The Environmental Clubs Fair was a huge success.
Senior president Jess Flowers stated that while kids were racing to get to the break, people stopped by to show Earth some appreciation. It was really fun.
Each student who came by got a donut free of charge, and the fair featured a DJ set by club members. This helped bring in more people.
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Junior Stella Schultz believed this not only helped to create a positive environment but also made people more open to learning and curious.
Planning the fair
Flowers and Chloe Doonan were class vice presidents. They worked with their peers to improve the fair’s appearance from years ago.
The two attended an additional IHS fair during their freshman year. They worked hard to increase its impact and interest.
Flowers stated that we met at school during our free periods to discuss who and what we wanted to do to draw children into the experience.
This included free food and music, as well as opportunities for chalk art.
Flowers and Doonan were delighted to have so many students stay after dismissal to talk with friends, environmental organizations, or peers.
It really culminated into a good effect here,” Flowers said. “We are happy with it.”
Organisations, teams and businesses
The Green Team, which consists of high school and middle-school students, set up a table to sell tshirts, and to share information about their achievements this year.
Leila Harb, a sixth grader at IMS, stood by the Green Team table and sold t-shirts for the high school garden.
Harb stated that it was a great idea to hold a fair to promote awareness and celebrate the Earth. She also said that she wanted to make the planet a better place, as we must sustain the environment we live in.
Sophomore David Seaton pre-registered high school students for the vote. He also educated students about the importance of the matter.
Mothers Out Front, a climate-oriented organisation The station featured a planter for community members and students. There were many planters, from older teachers to Tiger Tots (preschool-aged children of teachers at school), who stopped by.
Ripplfect sold mugs both to students and teachers. The club spoke to Ripplfect earlier this year about their reusable coffee cups as well as the paired app that works in conjunction with local coffee shops and cafs.
The Trustees also hosted the Ipswich River Watershed. Each table attracted many high school students who wanted to learn more about summer opportunities.
Many middle school students also gathered to learn more about the environmental artifacts on display.
Senior Olivia Whynott, a member of the Environmental club, sold $10 tote bags with the phrase ‘Every Day Is Earth Day to benefit the club.
Whynott described the fair as positive and supportive.
It is great to meet people, get people excited, and have everyone on the same page. I didn’t expect this many people to be excited about it.
Whynott stated, It’s good to get together with like-minded people and share in the celebration of all the achievements.
