Shawn M. Garvin from Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, center, with the winners of DNRECs 2022 Earth Day Video Contest. Left to right: Johannes Chow, Middle School winner Johannes Chow, Michael Hopkins, and Nathen Going, High School winner. DNREC Photo.
Shawn M. Garvin, Secretary of DNREC, today recognized the student winners from across the state who won the Earth Day video contest hosted this year by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. DNREC started the contest to engage youth in environmental protection and inspire them as part of the solution for climate change.
The contest asked students to create and submit a 30-second video answering the question: If you were in control of the world, what actions would take to improve the health of the planet?
Governor John Carney stated that he is proud of the young people who took part in the DNREC Earth Day contest. They showed us how small and large ways we can improve the planet’s health on Earth Day and every other day, from picking up litter to recycling to planting trees at your school or neighborhood. We wish to congratulate all the contest participants and look forward to seeing the positive effects you make on our state’s environment and future generations.
Shawn M. Garvin (DNREC Secretary) stated that the mission of the organization is to protect human health as well as the environment. Part of that mission includes educating the public about historic, cultural, and natural resources. The video contest was hosted by DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin to allow students to voice their concerns and suggest solutions to environmental problems that they face today and in the near future. These videos demonstrate their willingness to take on leadership roles in the environmental field and make a positive difference.
All Delaware students could participate in the Earth Day Video Contest. It was open to all grades and was judged in three grade groups: K through 4, 5, through 8, and 9 through12. Judging was based on how well the videos represented the following criteria: message/theme, visual effectiveness, originality/creativity and universal appeal. The judging panel included Sheraea Moore, educator and State Representative; Maddy Lauria (freelance environmental journalist); Jackie Knoll (head environmental educator at the Center for the Inland Bays); and Mike Polo (DNREC videographer).
These are the winners
K-4: Michael HopkinsVideo by, a 7-year old first grader at Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary in Bear. It’s easy to Save the Earth!
5 to 8 Johannes ChowFor the video, we are grateful to, a seventh grader from Brandywine Springs School in Wilmington. We Have Only One World
9-12: Nathen GoingCamden’s 12th grader, a 18-year-old Caesar Rodney High School student, contributed the video Save Our Planet
Each video can be viewed at de.gov/earthdayThe @DelawareDNREC YouTube channel. DNREC also published a highlight video with clips from many entries. Each winner was awarded a certificate, $500 gift card, an annual Delaware State Parks pass, and a prize bag.
About DNREC
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is responsible for protecting and managing the state’s natural resources. It also provides outdoor recreational opportunities and educates Delawareans regarding the environment. Visit the WebsiteConnect with @DelawareDNREC Facebook, TwitterOr LinkedIn.
Contact Media: Nikki Lavoie, [email protected]; Michael Globetti, [email protected]
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Shawn M. Garvin from Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, center, with the winners of DNRECs 2022 Earth Day Video Contest. Left to right: Johannes Chow, Middle School winner Johannes Chow, Michael Hopkins, and Nathen Going, High School winner. DNREC Photo.
Shawn M. Garvin, Secretary of DNREC, today recognized the student winners from across the state who won the Earth Day video contest hosted this year by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. DNREC started the contest to engage youth in environmental protection and inspire them as part of the solution for climate change.
The contest asked students to create and submit a 30-second video answering the question: If you were in control of the world, what actions would take to improve the health of the planet?
Governor John Carney stated that he is proud of the young people who took part in the DNREC Earth Day contest. They showed us how small and large ways we can improve the planet’s health on Earth Day and every other day, from picking up litter to recycling to planting trees at your school or neighborhood. We wish to congratulate all the contest participants and look forward to seeing the positive effects you make on our state’s environment and future generations.
Shawn M. Garvin, DNREC Secretary, stated that our mission is to protect the environment and human health. The video contest was hosted by DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin to allow students to voice their concerns and suggest solutions to environmental problems that they face today and in the near future. These videos demonstrate their willingness to take on leadership roles in the environmental field and make a positive difference.
All Delaware students could participate in the Earth Day Video Contest. It was open to all grades and was judged in three grade groups: K through 4, 5, through 8, and 9 through12. Judging was based on how well the videos represented the following criteria: message/theme, visual effectiveness, originality/creativity and universal appeal. The judging panel included Sheraea Moore, educator and State Representative; Maddy Lauria (freelance environmental journalist); Jackie Knoll (head environmental educator at the Center for the Inland Bays); and Mike Polo (DNREC videographer).
These are the winners
K-4: Michael HopkinsVideo by, a 7-year old first grader at Kathleen H. Wilbur Elementary in Bear. It’s easy to Save the Earth!
5 to 8 Johannes ChowFor the video, we are grateful to, a seventh grader from Brandywine Springs School in Wilmington. We Only Have One World
9 to 12 Nathen GoingCamden’s 12th grader, a 18-year-old Caesar Rodney High School student, contributed the video Save Our Planet
Each video can be viewed at de.gov/earthdayThe @DelawareDNREC YouTube channel. DNREC also published a highlight video with clips from many entries. Each winner was awarded a certificate, $500 gift card, an annual Delaware State Parks pass, and a prize bag.
About DNREC
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is responsible for protecting and managing the state’s natural resources. It also provides outdoor recreational opportunities and educates Delawareans regarding the environment. Visit the WebsiteConnect with @DelawareDNREC Facebook, TwitterOr LinkedIn.
Media Contacts: Nikki Lavoie, [email protected]; Michael Globetti, [email protected]
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