Environmental Initiatives at David Lipscomb Elementary

David Lipscomb Elementary School received the 2008 environmental stewardship award for various projects, including a monarch butterfly initiative, recycling, and creating an outdoor classroom. The school also constructed a rain garden and participated in educational seminars. They educated the public about Earth Day, gaining recognition in The Tennessean. The school applied for the Tennessee Performance Partner Program, involving key leaders like Becky Collins and Ginger Reasonover. Their efforts have influenced statewide training and energy assessment projects.

What award did David Lipscomb Elementary School receive in 2008?

• Sustainability Achievement Award

• Governor's Excellence Award

• Green School Award

• Environmental Stewardship Award

Which initiative is David Lipscomb Elementary School widely known for?

• Aquatic Environment Mock-up

• Rain Garden Project

• Monarch Butterfly Initiative

• Recycling Program

What environmental project did the students create with the help of university students?

• Community Garden

• Solar Panel Installation

• Rain Garden

• Wind Turbine

In which area did the students participate in educational seminars?

• Wildlife Protection

• Renewable Energy

• Composting

• Water Conservation

How did the students educate the public about Earth Day?

• Via social media campaigns

• By distributing flyers

• By organizing a community event

• Through a local newspaper

What is the highest level designation in Tennessee's pollution prevention partnership initiative?

• Sustainability Excellence Recognition

• Environmental Leadership Award

• Green School Certification

• Tennessee Performance Partner Program

Who was the initiator of the monarch butterfly migration program?

• David Lipscomb

• Sharon Farmer

• Ginger Reasonover

• Becky Collins

What role does Sharon Farmer play in the school's environmental initiatives?

• Environmental Consultant

• Student Leader

• Principal

• Science Teacher

What did the outdoor classroom project become a part of?

• In-service Training for Teachers

• National Green School Program

• Statewide Environmental Curriculum

• Local Community Workshops

What additional activities have the students been involved in?

• Urban Farming

• Energy Modeling and Assessment

• Wildlife Conservation

• Water Purification