Joan Power

Subject(s):

Science, Geography

Curriculum Strands:

Human environments (Geography), Natural environments (Geography), Living things (Science)

Counties catered for:

Dublin, Kildare, Louth, Meath

Classes catered for:

All Classes

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My visits will build a connection with the school environment through hands-on exploration and learning, with the aim of developing an understanding and appreciation of biodiversity with the wider environment.

The aim of my visits is to help pupils and teachers cultivate a deeper connection with their natural heritage by empowering pupils and teachers alike by sharing practical skills and knowledge through outdoor immersive learning that links with the SESE curriculum strands to enhance Cuntas Míosúil plans.

My most recent pupil-led project was an exciting and innovative project which was funded by the Arts Council of Ireland, Arts Grant Funding and supported by the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA). The Classroom in the Sun project,with artist Clodagh Emoe supported a school community to connect with nature and realise their ambition to design and create a biodiverse outdoor space for junior infants to 2nd class students.

No school green space it too small to discover what’s outside your class room window. My workshops will help your school make the most of your outdoor space and acquire the knowledge to nurture it beyond my visit. I am keen to incorporate your vision for an existing or proposed school garden space.

"If The People Lead, Eventually The Leaders Will Follow" !

Testimonials

• "The children really enjoyed their time with Joan. One can tell that is used to working with children by her approach to and manner with them. She ensured she had their attention by changing activities if needs be. She ensured the child's voice was heard throughout." - St Bernadettes SNS, Dublin

• "Very educational and enjoyable outdoor workshops exploring biodiversity on the school grounds. Pupils learned about lichens and how they can be indicators of air quality. Pupils harvested school garden produce and prepared the beds for winter with view to under standing their role in supporting biodiversity and encouraging responsible, nature-friendly gardening practices." - Dunboyne Senior Primary School, Meath

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• "Enjoyable experience despite the wet weather!" - Faughart CNS, Louth

• "Joan was fantastic! Really hope to have her back! So professional, prepared and made all the content so engaging for the children." - Navan Educate Together NS

• "Joan is great with the children and pitches content appropriately." - St Bernadette's SNS, Dublin

• "Joan worked with our Green School Committee and one of our First Classes. We had requested that the sessions support work towards our Green Flag and this year’s theme ‘Water’. Joan fulfilled the brief brilliantly. The sessions were very thoroughly prepared and well resourced. Joan’s interactions with the girls were lively, engaging and pitched perfectly to the age group involved. Joan gave us great tips for the school garden and has left us feeling very well informed and optimistic! We look forward to Joan visiting our school again soon." - Belgrove Infant Girls School, Dublin

• "Excellent workshops providing very educational and enjoyable outdoor learning opportunities for all pupils." - Dunboyne Senior Primary School, Meath