18 The DZS is rewarding students who are making their schools — and the world — greener with GreenPrize. The GreenPrize Award Program is a sustainability program that encourages student-led green programs and “Green Teams” — clubs focused on environmental sustainability — in schools. GreenPrize applicants developed and implemented a sustainable project in their school or community that could impact lasting change. The program was initiated in 2022, and a total of $4,500 in prize money was distributed among Green Teams at participating schools in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties. Schools awarded included Belleville High School (Belleville), Hillel Day School (Farmington Hills), The Montessori School Rochester (Rochester), Hayes Elementary School (Westland), Sacred Heart Catholic School (Dearborn) and Renaissance High School (Detroit). “This program is a great opportunity to inspire the next generation of environmentalists,” says Andy McDowell, sustainability manager. “These kids came up with some great projects that will have a real impact. As GreenPrize grows, I know it will help us create positive change for animals and nature.” Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of the next round! Applications for the 2023-2024 GreenPrize program are open. Learn more at detroitzoo.org/greenprize. Seeing Green AWARD PROGRAM INSPIRES THE NEXT GENERATION
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