There is a lot to celebrate when it comes to the incredible ways students and teachers are taking action for the environment in their schools and communities. From protecting pollinators and reducing waste to planting gardens and exploring local ecosystems, these classes show that young people can make a real difference.
Jen Wright’s Kindergarten Class
Harry J. Clarke School — Belleville, ON
Not only did they make sure other students left dandelions on the ground to help pollinators, this Earth Rangers class started their own Save the Bees campaign at their school! They were very proud to donate the funds to Earth Rangers and love their class mascots.
Laura Stefan’s Grade 2 Class
Holy Spirit School — Cochrane, AB
“We believe that learning about nature also means learning how to protect it.”
Through outdoor exploration, pollinator projects, ecosystem studies, and conservation action, students in this Earth Rangers class learned how everything in nature is connected. They even became “Conservation Champions” by sharing what they learned about the endangered Jeffersonii badger with others at the Calgary Zoo. They ask questions, take action and are protectors of nature.
Elaine McEachern’s Grade 4–5 Class
Baldonnel School — Baldonnel, BC
“It’s important to think of ways we can help be less wasteful and more environmentally friendly.”
This dedicated Earth Rangers class found creative ways to reduce waste and involve their community. From November 2025 to June 2026, they have kept an incredible 190 kg of food scraps out of the landfill by collecting leftovers to feed local chickens! They also taught their entire school how to recycle, collected refundables to support a class ski trip and started a hydroponic tower garden that helps feed both students and classroom frogs.
Louise Roberts’ Grade 3 Class
École New Era School — Brandon, MB
“As Earth Rangers, we are learning that small actions — when done together — can make a meaningful difference.”
Students in this Earth Rangers class collected metal tabs to support Indigenous organizations working to provide clean drinking water, participated in community litter cleanups and have created environmental art celebrating trees and nature. They are a great example of how working together can create meaningful change for people, animals and the environment.
Maryke Beaudry’s Grade 2 Class
École Primaire de Beaconsfield — Beaconsfield, QC
This Earth Rangers class spent the year exploring nature through hands-on learning about trees, plants, insects, and environmental stewardship. Students created beautiful temporary nature art using materials collected around their school! They also helped improve garden beds by removing weeds and planting flowering perennials, helping to create a welcoming habitat for pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Honorable Mentions
Christine Sellar’s Grade SK/1 Class
St. George German School — St. George, ON
From planting pollinator flowers and growing bean plants to rescuing playground beetles and caring for caterpillars before releasing butterflies, this Earth Rangers class has found many ways to help nature! They also pick up litter, create nature art and recycle markers and paper to reduce waste at school.
Karine Belhache’s Grade 1 Class
Le Phare Elementary — Ottawa, ON
These amazing students take part in forest walks and environmental activities from Earth Rangers Quests. Their creativity and participation shines through projects like nature art!