Cllr Colm Kelleher has launched 'Green Over Grey' a new primary schools' art competition.
The competition is open to 5th and 6th class primary school students to share how they feel about air quality and biodiversity, and how they think their school or neighbourhood could benefit from more green areas.
Students must design a poster, this can be done by painting, drawing, or using photo/ photos you have taken. They must also write 200 words, or less, of text, outlining an idea for making your school and neighbourhood a healthier place to live; by enhancing biodiversity and therefore improving air quality.
- 3 overall winners will receive vouchers for “The Bike Shed’’ (1st= €600, 2nd= €500, 3rd= €400)
- Prize for the 1st place winner’s school:
- A visit to the school by a horticulturist, who will advise and carry out planting for biodiversity and cleaner air, in a chosen area of the school.
- A visit by wildlife expert Jim Wilson, to talk to the students about biodiversity and its importance for clean air.
‘Green Over Grey’ is now open and runs until 4 March. To join in the fun, visit: www.corkcity.ie
