Summa students design green school grounds

Students from Summa Business and Summa Beauty & Lifestyle will be rolling up their sleeves on Tuesday, May 27th, to transform the Summa campus grounds between Sterrenlaan 4 and 6 into a green oasis. This planting day is part of the Trees for Schools program, an initiative of the Trees for All foundation, in which vocational students take action for the climate and a greener living environment.

The goal of Trees for Schools is clear: to involve vocational students more actively in climate issues and raise their awareness of the value of trees. Summa prioritizes sustainability and was immediately enthusiastic about the project. "Trees play a crucial role in the fight against climate change," emphasizes Meranda de Laat, a Summa Business instructor. "They purify the air, store CO₂, provide cooling, and contribute to biodiversity. A tree is much more than just a piece of nature; trees keep our future livable. Raising awareness of this value among young people is essential."

The Summa students involved kicked off the Trees for Schools program at the beginning of this academic year with an interactive climate lesson. During this lesson, led by guest lecturers from the Young Climate Movement, the students learned about the impact of climate change and the power of trees as natural climate buffers. "After that, enthusiastic students could sign up for the project group, which worked with a landscape architect to design the site," explains de Laat.

One of them is 17-year-old Pim van Eldonk, a Summa Business student: "I'm happy that some of the paving stones between Sterrenlaan 4 and 6 are being replaced by greenery. It not only looks nicer, it's also good for your mindset."

Trees for Schools is an initiative of Trees for All. This foundation plants trees worldwide for a better climate, increased biodiversity, and a healthy living environment. Trees for All also raises awareness of the importance of trees. Trees for Schools was created to involve more vocational students in the climate debate and empower them to take action for a green living environment. For more information, visit www.treesforall.nl(Photos: Trees for All)