SINGAPORE -
Media OutReach Newswire - 10 March 2025 - The Grange Institution, a boutique home-grown
international school in Singapore, is proud to announce its role as an official partner for the
World Engineering Day 2025 celebrations,
an International Day proclaimed by UNESCO. This esteemed partnership
underscores the school's dedication to advancing sustainable development
and education for a brighter, more sustainable future.
A Global Acknowledgment of Sustainability Efforts
As part of the United Nations' 80th anniversary and the 10th year
celebrations of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), The Grange
Institution has been honoured to be featured in a global initiative
under the theme "Shaping Our Sustainable Future Through Engineering," as
part of the World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development 2025.
This recognition is a testament to the school's ongoing dedication to
sustainability and environmental advocacy, aligning with UNESCO's
Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) goals.
For the past four years, The Grange Institution has been consistently
recognised for its outstanding environmental efforts, winning
consecutive awards at the Singapore Education Awards for sustainability.
Through various projects, such as the "Green Granger" initiative and
the "Green Granger Trail", the school has made significant strides in
educating students about climate action, biodiversity, and social
responsibility. These hands-on learning experiences foster a sense of
stewardship among students, empowering them to be part of the solution
to global challenges.
Impactful Initiatives Driving Change
The Grange Institution's journey in sustainability began in 2020
with the introduction of the "Green Granger" initiative, which saw
students actively participating in organic gardening, recycling
programmes and awareness campaigns. In 2023, the school expanded its
efforts with the launch of the "Green Granger Trail", a campus-wide
environmental project featuring five unique zones showcasing over 100
species of plants and a diverse range of aquatic wildlife. These zones
serve as dynamic learning environments, providing students with
real-world experiences on the importance of biodiversity.
In addition to its local initiatives, The Grange Institution has
also partnered with an eco-tech company through the "Grow with The
Grange" initiative. This partnership has seen over 130 trees planted in
Sumatra and Zambia, contributing to the rewilding of the planet and
fostering a sense of global responsibility among students.
A Future Focused on Global Citizenship
This prestigious recognition through a UNESCO-proclaimed International
Day marks a significant milestone in The Grange Institution's journey,
reinforcing the school's long-term vision to nurture global citizens who
are environmentally conscious and socially responsible. The recognition
not only validates the school's ongoing efforts but also opens up new
opportunities for collaboration with international organisations that
share the same commitment to sustainable education.
As part of its global partnerships, The Grange students are
collaborating with TG International School in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on a
project to tackle water sanitisation in a local village. Using design
thinking methods, students from both schools are working together to
engineer a solution that addresses the community's needs. This
collaboration supports the theme of World Engineering Day, highlighting
the importance of fostering an engineer's mindset at a young age and
proving that it's never too early for students to begin solving
real-world challenges.
"We are truly honoured by this global recognition," said Soh Bee
Ling, Principal of The Grange Institution. "This acknowledgement
strengthens our resolve to continue championing sustainability in
education and inspires us to create even more impactful learning
experiences for our students."
As The Grange Institution looks to the future, the school remains
focused on building meaningful partnerships with like-minded
institutions worldwide to further enhance its sustainability programmes
and shape the next generation of eco-conscious leaders.