Pictured: Kristi Garland, WESSA Education Centre Manager, facilitating a session with 30 school principals from the Howick Circuit

Environmental education can take many forms. At WESSA uMngeni Valley, recent activities have brought together learners, educators, school leaders, and programme participants through experiences that connect people with the environment while opening opportunities for learning, growth, and livelihoods.

 

Connecting with school leaders

 

The uMngeni Valley Education Centre welcomed 30 school principals from the Howick Circuit for an engagement focused on introducing school leaders to its educational programmes, facilities, and opportunities for collaboration.

WESSA Education Centre Manager, Kristi Garland, led the session and shared more about the value of outdoor and experiential learning while exploring ways to support schools and learners through meaningful educational experiences.

 

Taking environmental learning into the community

 

 

Pictured above: The WESSA uMngeni Valley Education Centre team engaging with learners during the Happy Earth Festival.

 

On 19–20 August 2026, WESSA uMngeni Valley Education Centre participated in the Happy Earth Festival at the KZN National Botanical Gardens in Pietermaritzburg.

The Centre engaged visitors through interactive environmental education activities exploring climate change, pollution, endangered species, and conservation. These included a climate change game, pollution display, and touch-and-feel box, giving learners opportunities to explore environmental topics in a practical and engaging way.

Learners also tested their environmental knowledge through questions and received Sable badges, while educators were provided with a teachers’ resource package to support environmental learning beyond the event.

 

Inspiring young people through real-world experience

 

 

Pictured: WESSA uMngeni Valley Education Centre Tourism student visiting his former school, Gobindlovu High School, to engage with Grade 12 learners

 

A WESSA uMngeni Valley Education Centre Tourism student recently returned to his former school, Gobindlovu High School, to engage with Grade 12 learners about his journey and career opportunities in tourism.

The engagement also introduced learners to WESSA’s work in environmental education and conservation, while a WESSA Ranger shared insights into his role, wildlife, and what it takes to pursue a career in conservation.

By bringing these experiences back to the classroom, the session gave learners an opportunity to hear directly about pathways into tourism, environmental education, and conservation.

 

From opportunity to ownership

 

 

Pictured: Xolani Mahlangu, winner of the Social Employment Fund (SEF) Phase 4 Business Project through Capital Quest Funding

The theme of opportunity also extends beyond education.

WESSA uMngeni Valley proudly celebrates Xolani Mahlangu, winner of the Social Employment Fund (SEF) Phase 4 Business Project through Capital Quest Funding.

Through the SEF Phase 4 Programme, Xolani has taken an important step towards entrepreneurship and building a sustainable livelihood through his business, Mabhoko Brush Cutting.

His achievement was celebrated at Anew Hotel, Hilton, as part of a collaborative initiative between WESSA and DUCT. The milestone represents a step towards greater independence and business growth, demonstrating how opportunities and support can help people develop their own pathways towards sustainable livelihoods.

Across these engagements, uMngeni Valley continues to create spaces for learning, connection, and opportunity – whether through environmental education, career exploration, collaboration with schools, or support for emerging entrepreneurs.

By connecting people with knowledge, experience, and practical opportunities, WESSA’s work at uMngeni Valley contributes to stronger relationships with the natural environment while helping people explore what is possible for their own futures.

Are you passionate about building sustainable funding partnerships that create meaningful environmental impact?

WESSA is seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Philanthropy and Resource Mobilisation (PRM) to lead the implementation of our fundraising strategy and help build a diversified, sustainable funding base for WESSA’s conservation and education work across South Africa.

This is a senior leadership role reporting to the CEO, responsible for driving a target-driven fundraising strategy across individual, foundation, corporate and government donors. The role will focus on growing both restricted and unrestricted income, developing long-term donor relationships and strengthening WESSA’s funding base.

The successful candidate will provide ExCo-level leadership in aligning fundraising with WESSA’s organisational strategy and programme priorities. This includes identifying and developing funding opportunities, integrating grant development into programme planning, strengthening impact reporting and ensuring credible Monitoring & Evaluation for funders and the Board.

The role also carries responsibility for donor pipeline governance, bequest records and the PRM unit’s budget, with accountability for delivering against blended income targets. Working closely with the CEO and ExCo, the successful candidate will also strengthen WESSA’s regular and bulk giving base, represent WESSA at high-level events and build strategic partnerships across sectors.

The position requires strong relationship-building, communication, proposal development, financial and analytical skills, as well as the ability to manage fundraising systems, coordinate grant integration with programmes and ensure credible impact reporting.

The individual will be based at WESSA’s Johannesburg office, with travel required.

Read the full role requirements here and apply.

Apply by

Wednesday, 18 September 2026 (12h00 SAST)

Send your application to

WESSA Human Resources applications@wessa.co.za

Subject line: Head of PRM

Important to note: Please submit your covering letter, CV and any supporting documentation as a combined, single PDF file.

WESSA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. WESSA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised.

Pictured: Louelle Philander, WESSA Project Coordinator with Kareeville Primary School, Eco Club learners and educator Mr Julius

As part of WESSA’s environmental education activities in De Aar, our Schools & Youth team facilitated upcycling sessions at Alpha Primary School and Kareeville Primary School on 26 August 2026.

The sessions formed part of preparations for the schools’ upcoming Entrepreneurship Days, where learners will showcase their green business ideas and sell products made from recyclable and repurposed materials.

 

From understanding to making

 

The sessions began with a short presentation exploring the difference between recycling and upcycling. Learners then put their understanding into practice through a hands-on activity using recyclable and discarded materials.

At Alpha Primary School, learners worked in groups to create art pieces using plastic and paper, experimenting with different materials and exploring how items that might otherwise be discarded could be given a new purpose.

 

 

Pictured above: Learners from Alpha Primary School showing their artwork.

 

At Kareeville Primary School, learners, led by their teacher Mr Julius, quickly got to work creating plastic flowers, papier-mâché jewellery and flowerpots from plastic bottles. They decorated their creations using nail polish, acrylic paint and dry paint, adding their own ideas and designs to the finished pieces.

 

Pictured: Learners from Kareeville Primary School diligently creating their arts and crafts from recyclable materials.

 

Connecting upcycling with entrepreneurship

 

The activity was met with enthusiasm at both schools, with learners embracing the opportunity to experiment, make and share their ideas.

More than a creative exercise, the practical sessions gave learners an opportunity to consider how upcycled products could contribute to their green business ideas and potentially become items they can showcase and sell during their upcoming Entrepreneurship Days.

By connecting environmental learning with creativity and entrepreneurship, the sessions showed learners that waste materials can have value beyond their original use. The activities provided a practical way to explore both responsible waste management and the possibilities that can come from rethinking what we throw away.

 

Pictured: Louelle Philander, WESSA Project Coordinator with the Eco Club of Okiep High School

From 10 to 14 August, WESSA facilitated an upcycling programme at participating schools in the Namaqua Municipality as part of the eWASA & WESSA SA Schools Waste Management and Education Project. The sessions introduced Eco Club learners to the concept of upcycling and encouraged them to look at waste differently, not simply as something that needs to be thrown away or collected for recycling, but as a resource that can be given a new purpose.

Learners were given the opportunity to put the concept into practice. In preparation for the upcoming Trashion Show, EcoClub learners were challenged to create either a fashion piece or an arts and crafts item using recyclable or discarded materials. Learners collected materials from their own school recycling bins and used these materials as the starting point for their creations, then adding some arts and crafts resources to complete their works.

 

Pictured above: Eco club learners from Sacred Hearts Primary School and Dr Izak Primary School creating and showcasing their upcycled works of art.

 

The Eco Club at Primêr Skool Springbok arrived particularly well prepared. Several learners had already created their Trashion Show outfits and brought them along to the session. What started as a planned upcycling activity quickly turned into a mini trashion show, with learners proudly modelling their creations. The idea was well received and added an unexpected but enjoyable element to the session.

 

Pictured: Eco club learners from Primêr Skool Springbok proudly showing off their creative trashion show pieces.

 

Following the Primêr Skool Springbok session, the mini Trashion Show was incorporated into the upcycling sessions at the other participating schools. Learners were given a short amount of time to create their pieces and then showcase them to their classmates. The new approach was met with enthusiasm, and learners embraced the opportunity to work with materials that would otherwise have been discarded and explore new possibilities for their use.

 

Pictured: Learners from Namaqua Schools preparing their upcycled fashion pieces.

 

The activity provided a practical way of demonstrating the difference between learning about waste management and applying it. The resulting fashion pieces and artworks reflected the learners’ ideas and showed that materials commonly viewed as waste can have value beyond their original use.

 

Pictured: Eco Club learners showcasing their fashion pieces

 

Overall, the upcycling sessions were educational, creatively engaging, and a whole lot of fun. The Trashion Show element also encouraged learners to share their ideas with one another and gave them an opportunity to take ownership of the activity. Through the programme, the concept of upcycling moved beyond theory and became something learners could see, touch and create for themselves.

Pictured: Learners at Junior Colleges Sunninghill engaging with The World Lion Day discover table

Wildlife conservation can begin with a simple question: What do animals need to thrive, and what is our role in protecting them?

During August, learners at ADvTECH schools explored this question through activities linked to World Elephant Day (12 August) and World Lion Day (10 August), turning wildlife awareness into opportunities for curiosity, learning and action.

Bringing the world of lions into the classroom

At Junior College Sunninghill, World Lion Day provided another opportunity to connect wildlife learning with everyday classroom experiences.

As part of their Unit of Inquiry, learners explored lions, their habitats, and what animals need to survive – including food, water, shelter, and safety.

The learning extended beyond the classroom discussion. Learners engaged with wildlife through creative activities and explored what a suitable habitat might look like, helping them connect the needs of animals with the environments in which they live.

From learning to responsibility

The activities also gave learners an opportunity to think about their own relationship with the natural world.

Through creative displays, habitat-building and age-appropriate exploration, wildlife conservation became something learners could see, discuss and engage with, rather than simply a topic in a textbook.

At Junior College Sunninghill, learners also created a Lion Promise, reflecting on the importance of respecting and protecting wildlife.

 

Pictured above: (left) The World Lion Day model created by learners and teachers at Junior Colleges Sunninghill; and (top right) learners making their Lion Promise; (bottom right) Elephant Day at Crawford International Ruimsig

 

Learning about elephants through curiosity and care

At Crawford International Ruimsig, WESSA Prep Cubs marked World Elephant Day by exploring facts about one of Africa’s Big Five, such as their intelligence, strong family bonds, and unique ways of communicating. Through the activity, they were encouraged to think beyond simply recognising elephants as iconic wildlife and to consider why protecting these animal’s matter.

These experiences demonstrate the value of environmental learning to make conservation relevant from an early age. It starts with curiosity that develops into understanding and responsibility. By connecting wildlife themes with creative, practical activities, learners are building knowledge while developing respect for the species and ecosystems around them.

Across ADvTECH schools, these activities give learners opportunities to ask questions, explore the natural world, and begin thinking about how their choices and actions can contribute to a healthier planet.

Pictured above: Appointed teacher coordinators shared ongoing eco club activities

Strengthening Teacher Capacity through the De Aar Solar Park Project

On 10 June, De Aar Solar Power and WESSA facilitated a teacher workshop at Alpha Primary School as part of the De Aar Solar Park Circular Economy Eco-Schools Green Business Project.

The workshop brought together 10 teachers from Alpha Primary School, 2 teachers from Kareeville Primary School, and a representative from the Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform.

The session focused on Education for Sustainable Development, preparations for the upcoming Entrepreneurship Day, and how learners can develop practical green business initiatives linked to waste management, recycling, creativity, and sustainability.

Sharing Eco-Club activities and creative ideas

During the workshop, appointed teacher coordinators shared updates on their ongoing Eco-Club activities and reflected on the progress made at their schools.

Alpha Primary School showcased its creative arts and crafts activities, including gift bags made by learners and a lively “trashion show”, where learners designed fashion items using recyclable materials.

 

Pictured above: Alpha Primary School shared their arts and crafts activities, gift bags, and a lively ‘trashion show’ with fashion made from recyclables

Kareeville Primary School highlighted its waste-sorting activities and creative projects using recycled materials. These mini-presentations created a valuable platform for teachers to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and strengthen collaboration between participating schools.

Learners embrace Eco-Schools projects through Droogfontein Solar Park

In another exciting development, learners from Beacon Primary School in Collville and Waterworks Primary School in Riverton participated in school assemblies linked to the Droogfontein Solar Park Circular Economy Eco-Schools Green Business Project, implemented in partnership with WESSA.

The assemblies introduced learners to practical environmental projects that will be implemented at their schools, helping them understand how they can contribute to cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable school communities.

 

 

Recycling awareness at Beacon Primary School

At Beacon Primary School, learners were introduced to the upcoming recycling project. The session focused on helping learners identify different types of recyclable waste and understand the benefits of recycling for their school and broader community.

Learners were encouraged to think about how waste can be reduced, reused, and recycled, and how their participation can support responsible waste management practices at school.

At Waterworks Primary School, the assembly focused on food gardens and their many benefits. Learners explored how school food gardens can provide fresh produce, promote healthy eating, and create opportunities to learn practical skills in sustainability.

The session helped learners understand that food gardens are not only about growing vegetables, but also about building responsibility, teamwork, and environmental awareness.

Building environmental stewardship

Both the teacher workshop and learner assemblies demonstrated the value of the Eco-Schools approach in bringing sustainability to life through practical action.

Through the De Aar Solar Park Circular Economy Eco-Schools Green Business Project and the Droogfontein Solar Park Circular Economy Eco-Schools Green Business Project, teachers and learners are being empowered to explore circular economy principles, develop green business ideas, improve waste management, and strengthen environmental stewardship within their schools.

These activities show how partnerships between WESSA, solar power partners, schools, and government stakeholders are helping to build a new generation of environmentally conscious learners and educators in the Northern Cape.

Pictured: Bekezela Primary School and Nelson Mandela Primary School – World Environment Day group photo

For over 70 learners across three schools, World Environment Day became more than an opportunity to learn about the environmental challenges facing their communities. It became a day to act.

“World Environment Day reminds us that creating a sustainable future starts with the choices we make today. Through the Nedbank Eco-Schools Circular Economy Project, learners are not only learning about environmental challenges but are actively becoming part of the solution,” says Nomfundo Ndlovu, Schools & Youth Senior Project Manager, of WESSA.

On 5 June 2026, learners from Bekezela Primary School and Nelson Mandela Primary School in Sasolburg, as well as Keledi High School in the Northwest Province, participated in hands-on environmental activities as part of the Nedbank Eco-Schools Circular Economy Project.

The broader Nedbank Eco-Schools Circular Economy Project currently reaches 10 schools, with five schools participating in the Free State and five in the North West Province.

Planting the seeds of change in Sasolburg

At Bekezela Primary School and Nelson Mandela Primary School, learners explored the connection between biodiversity conservation, climate resilience and sustainable living.

The learners created and painted environmental pledge posters, publicly committing to actions that reduce waste, protect natural resources and improve their school and community environments.

 

Pictured above: Top left – Keledi High School showcasing their pledges; right and bottom left: Bekezela Primary School learners creating pledges

They also propagated 30 Spekboom cuttings, gaining practical skills while learning about the role this indigenous plant can play in supporting biodiversity, storing carbon and contributing to climate-change mitigation.

The planting of an indigenous tree added another lasting element to the day’s activities. As the tree grows, it will contribute to a greener learning environment while serving as a visible reminder of the learners’ commitment to caring for the planet.

 

Pictured above (left): Tree planting with learners from Bekezela Primary School and Nelson Mandela Primary School
(right): School clean up at Keledi High School

Turning a clean-up into a lesson in collective responsibility

At Keledi High School in the Northwest Province, learners marked the day by making environmental pledges and participating in a school clean-up campaign, collecting a total of 10 big bags of waste.

The activity encouraged learners to take ownership of their surroundings while learning about responsible waste management and pollution prevention.

By working together to improve their school environment, the learners saw first-hand how individual choices can contribute to cleaner, healthier communities.

Building practical skills for a circular economy

The World Environment Day activities formed part of the broader Nedbank Eco-Schools Circular Economy Project, which connects environmental education with practical action.

Through the project, learners are encouraged to rethink waste, reduce consumption, reuse resources, promote recycling and protect biodiversity. Importantly, they are also learning that waste can be viewed as a resource rather than something to discard.

By collecting recyclable materials, reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill and exploring opportunities for income generation through recycling, learners are building skills that can support both environmental and social benefits.

“To date, eight school-based enterprises have been established through the project. Across our eight Nedbank Eco-Schools, learners have collected over 3800 kg of waste for recycling and generated just over R 5000 in income, demonstrating how environmental action can create practical opportunities while contributing to a more circular economy,” adds Senior Programme Manager, Nomfundo Ndlovu.

Small actions with lasting impact

The activities may have taken place on a single day, but their impact extends beyond World Environment Day.

Each Spekboom cutting propagated, each pledge made and each piece of waste removed represents a practical step towards more sustainable schools and communities.

“Through their participation in the WESSA Eco-Schools programme, the learners are developing the knowledge, skills and values needed to become environmental leaders. Their actions are a reminder that building a healthier planet does not always begin with a grand gesture. It often begins with a group of young people choosing to care for the spaces around them – and inspiring others to do the same,” concludes Ndlovu.

Young environmental champions celebrate World Environment Day in Springbok

Dr Izak van Niekerk Primary School in Springbok celebrated World Environment Day with great enthusiasm, creativity, and learner participation. The school is part of the eWASA SA Waste Management and Education Project, which supports learners and educators to strengthen waste awareness, recycling practices, and environmental action within their school community.

As part of the programme, learners welcomed a guest speaker from Livestone Recycling, who shared valuable insights on recycling initiatives and the importance of sustainable waste management. The session helped learners understand how everyday waste can be reduced, reused, and recycled to protect the environment.

Creativity on Display

The celebration was filled with creative learner contributions. Learners showcased home-made posters, read environmental poems they had written, and presented musical instruments made from recyclable materials. These activities showed how waste education can be fun, practical, and inspiring.

Recognising Eco-Club Efforts

To acknowledge their dedication, certificates of appreciation were awarded to members of the school’s Eco-Club. The certificates recognised their creativity, commitment, and continued involvement in environmental initiatives at the school.

The day highlighted Dr Izak van Niekerk Primary School’s commitment to developing environmental awareness and encouraging learners to take action. Through the support of the eWASA SA Waste Management and Education Project, the school continues to inspire young environmental champions to build a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.

Youth Day in Action: Concordia Primary Learners Lead for a Greener Community

In commemoration of Youth Day, learners at Concordia Primary School in the Northern Cape took part in a range of meaningful environmental activities that encouraged practical learning, teamwork, and community service.

The school is part of the eWASA SA Waste Management and Education Project, which supports schools in strengthening waste management practices, environmental awareness, recycling, and learner-led action.

As part of the Youth Day activities, learners planted vegetables on the community sports grounds, contributing to the local food garden. This gave learners hands-on experience in sustainable gardening while supporting community-based food security.

Through this activity, learners were able to see how small actions, such as planting and caring for vegetables, can contribute to healthier communities and more sustainable living.

Eco-Club Leading the Way

The school’s Eco-Club played an active role in coordinating several activities, including a clean-up campaign, a waste-sorting activity, and the rehabilitation of the school’s food garden.

Learners collected and separated waste, reinforcing the importance of responsible waste management and recycling. The school food garden was also cleaned and restored, creating a better space for future planting and environmental learning.

 

 

Building a Cleaner, Greener School Community

These initiatives helped strengthen environmental awareness, build practical skills, and improve the overall school environment. They also demonstrated the important role young people can play in caring for their schools and communities.

Through the support of the eWASA SA Waste Management and Education Project, Concordia Primary School continues to inspire learners to become active environmental citizens who contribute to a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.

On 18 June 2026, WESSA and Wispeco Aluminium proudly unveiled the Sensory Garden at Ezibeleni Orthopaedic Home and School for the Physically Disabled, breathing new life into an unused outdoor space and transforming it into a welcoming, inclusive environment where learning and nature meet.

Thoughtfully designed to awaken all five senses, the garden invites learners to play, explore, discover, and grow in a space that supports both their well-being and development.

With indigenous plants, sensory experiences, interactive games, building blocks, and accessible seating, the garden is far more than a beautified space. It is a living classroom filled with possibility. It is a place where young minds are stimulated, confidence is nurtured, and every learner is given the chance to connect meaningfully with the natural world.

Pictured above: Learners painted tyres under the guidance of Wispeco staff

Through this powerful partnership, WESSA and Wispeco Aluminium have created a space that not only restores the environment but also touches lives in lasting and meaningful ways.

The day began with an overview of the project’s objectives, presented by the WESSA Project Manager, who introduced learners, educators, and Wispeco volunteers to the vision behind the initiative: to create an outdoor learning space that promotes environmental stewardship while supporting the diverse sensory and educational needs of learners with physical disabilities.

Before the practical activities began, participants took part in an interactive environmental education session facilitated by WESSA. The session explored the importance of biodiversity, the value of sensory gardens, and how accessible green spaces contribute to learner wellbeing, environmental awareness, and inclusive education.

Learners discovered how indigenous and pollinator-friendly plants provide habitat for wildlife while offering rich sensory experiences through colour, texture, fragrance, sound, and even taste.

The garden was further enhanced with a dedicated corner featuring a table, games, and building blocks, designed to support play, cognitive development, and interactive learning. These additions ensure that all five senses are engaged, making the space more than a garden. It is a living, inclusive classroom where learners can see, hear, touch, smell, and taste while also strengthening creativity, problem-solving, and social interaction.

The environmental session was followed by collaborative garden activation activities, with participants divided into four teams to help bring the vision to life. A key feature of the project was the installation of an accessible outdoor seating area, providing learners and educators with a comfortable space for environmental lessons, quiet reflection, and sensory engagement.

The benches were engraved with the Wispeco Aluminium logo in recognition of the company’s generous sponsorship and its commitment to sustainability, community development, and inclusive education.

The Sensory Garden is more than a once-off greening initiative, it is a living classroom where learners can engage with biodiversity through hands-on experiences that support learning, wellbeing, and environmental responsibility. By combining inclusive design with biodiversity conservation, WESSA and Wispeco Aluminium have shown how meaningful partnerships can create spaces where every learner has the opportunity to experience, appreciate, and care for the natural world.

Our Eco-Schools theme for June was World Oceans Day, and the spotlight has been placed on three participating schools: Crawford International La Lucia, Crawford International Lonehill, and Elkanah House School in Cape Town.

Making waves for change: Crawford International College swimmers conquer World Ocean Day Challenge

On June 8th, the spirit of determination and environmental passion was alive and well as an inspiring group of swimmers from Crawford International College in La Lucia took to the sea for the World Ocean Day swim. Facing the open water with the confidence of true athletes, our well-trained and brave students proved that they are not just capable swimmers, but dedicated stewards of our planet.

Distance Highlights: The squad of swimmers pushed their limits across three distinct courses, showing immense grit from the shortest to the longest routes:
The 800m and 1-Mile courses: These incredible students showed phenomenal stamina and pacing, cutting through the water and showcasing the rewards of their hard training.
The 2-Mile Route: (3.2km): Leading by example, one of the teachers, Miss Norval, tackled the ultimate endurance test of the day, successfully conquering the gruelling 2-mile swim.

A True Community Effort

This wasn’t just a student achievement, it was a full community triumph. Joining the students in the water was a passionate staff member, Mrs. Gous, and her equally strong husband, who both braved the elements to swim alongside the team and offer incredible encouragement.

Beyond the physical achievement, every single stroke served a greater purpose. The team swam to raise vital funds for Breathe Conservation, an organisation dedicated to eliminating plastic pollution and protecting our marine ecosystems.

All funds raised contribute toward a Plastic-Free Future. Every wave conquered by this Crawford International College team helps support Breathe Conservation’s mission to educate global communities and eliminate plastic from our oceans.

Young learners from Crawford International College Lonehill showcase their recycled artwork

Grade one learners at Crawford International College in Lonehill, Gauteng, created watercolour paintings of sea creatures and made a collage using recycling and added to their artwork, which tied into the central theme of ‘Sharing the planet: Protecting our natural resources’.

 

 

Elkanah House Prep Schools launched a bottle top collection and recycling initiative

 

 

Children were encouraged to bring plastic bottle tops to school and place them in the collection bins provided.  Classes focused on recycling, re using and correct waste disposal for the month.

Emphasis was placed on keeping our natural environment plastic free.  The children were thrilled to see their contributions make a difference to the overall amount collected.

Teachers also came to collect coloured bottle tops to use in their lessons for example some used them as counters in their maths small groups, art projects and posters. The Blouberg Campus collected 66 Kg of plastic bottle tops which were packed and sent to our plastic recycling company. Each campus will continue to collect the bottle tops as an ongoing WESSA initiative.