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The Laurel School |
1436 Long Pond
Road (Rte 137), Brewster, MA 02631
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(508) 896-4934
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Laurel's Green School | |
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We have stayed true to our original mission statement of building an awareness and respect for children for our Cape Cod environment. Over the years, our students have learned from first hand experiences, the importance of preserving and protecting our environment. Long before “green schools” were trendy, The Laurel School taught children the importance of reduce, reuse, and recycling; the incorporation of our outdoor classrooms enabling children to experience nature; and to visit and participate in coastal studies programs. |
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| In 2002, we built our first Hoop House (greenhouse). Our faculty members created curriculum and programs allowing our students to learn about plants and plant cycles, composting, developing vegetable and flower gardens, studying weather conditions, and learning about water and energy conservation. This summer of 2007, we received a generous gift from a local community member allowing us to build a second greenhouse for our school. This greenhouse is a 16x20 foot Farmtech building allowing us to expand our current “Growing Green Learners” curriculum and programs. With the help of our master gardener and horticulturist we will offer educational programs focusing on sustainability plant growth, producing heirloom varieties, and utilizing hydroponics methodology. |  |
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The Laurel School prides itself in teaching the students to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. We use environmental products to clean our school and students are taught by example to recycle products and materials with our recycle center. |
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| We have partnered with Greenraising, an earth friendly fundraising company who provides products that help consume less, preserve natural resources, and help others. Here's how it works... | ||
| World Wildlife Fund - As the world's premier conservation organization, WWF is working around the world to protect endangered wildlife, preserve wild lands and address global threats and challenges. The Laurel School is very proud to join WWF as a member to help support in the battle to save the future of nature. Today, global forces like deforestation, climate change, wildlife trade and agriculture are negatively affecting the world's delicately balanced ecosystems. For more information about WWF go to www.worldwildlife.org. | ||
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You can also make a difference in your daily life |
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Don't buy furniture or decking made of tropical hard wood (like mahogany,
for example) unless it has a Forest Stewardship Council label. The
FSC label guarantees that the manufacturer abides by established environmental
standards for sustainable and well-managed forests. |
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Make the switch to clean energy. Most electric power providers now
offer an option to purchase power from renewable sources generated
by wind, solar, and biomass. |
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Replace standard incandescent light bulbs with energy-efficient compact
fluorescents. (Reduces emissions by 500lbs per year per light bulb). |
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Install low-flow showerheads that use less water. (Reduces emissions
up to 300lbs per year). |
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Plant local species of trees. |
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Avoid air fresheners and other perfumed products. Freshen your air
by opening windows or using baking soda, cedar blocks or dried flowers. |
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Buy organic cotton clothing, fruits and vegetables, and other goods
to reduce the use of toxic chemicals. |
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Wrap your water heater in an insulating jacket. (Reduces emissions
up to 1,000lbs per year). |
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Buy a car that gets at least 30 miles per gallon (it reduces carbon
dioxide by 2,500lbs a year over a car that gets 10 mpg less). |
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The Laurel School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, cultural heritage, political beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or marital status in the administration of its educational or admissions policies, or other school administered programs.
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