Funded Schools - Call #2

Project: “Moving Waters, Breathing Lives” About the project “Moving Waters, Breathing Lives” is a youth-led environmental initiative by students of Refat Bani School, focused on protecting the Osum River and Malas Lake near Dimal city and Malas Village. The project raises awareness about clean water and healthy ecosystems while actively engaging the local community in restoration efforts. Key… Continue reading Refat Bani

Project name: School Environmental Aquariums of Ocean Species Project summary for publication This project aims to enhance students’ understanding of ocean ecosystems through the creation of educational aquariums in schools. By combining science education with hands-on activities, students explore marine biodiversity, ocean species, and the importance of protecting marine environments. The initiative promotes experiential learning,… Continue reading Edith Durham

Project name: “Let’s Protect the Rivers of Our Country” About the project “Let’s Protect the Rivers of Our Country” is a student-led initiative in Berat, involving young people aged 15-18. The project aims to protect Albania’s rivers – especially the Osum River – by raising awareness and encouraging community action. Key activities include riverbank clean-ups,… Continue reading Gjimnazi Kristaq Capo 

Project name: Stage for the Ocean: Forum Theatre with Youth About the project “Stage for the Ocean: Forum Theatre with Youth” connects students to urgent water and environmental challenges by combining Ocean Literacy with theatre. Through this creative approach, students explore issues such as plastic pollution, freshwater conservation, and climate change, while developing their voices… Continue reading National Polytechnic University of Armenia Foundation Yerevan High School

Project name: Microplastic Is Not Fantastic About the project This project raises awareness among students and the wider community about the widespread presence of microplastics and their environmental impact. Students are trained to detect microplastics in water samples and share their findings locally. The initiative also promotes collaboration with European schools, encouraging knowledge exchange and… Continue reading Medical High School Banja Luka

Project: “Photon and Ecological Robotics: Solutions for a Sustainable Sea” Objectives of the project The project engaged primary school students as “Blue Sentinels” through an integrated approach combining educational robotics, Ocean and Water Literacy, and Citizen Science. Aligned with the EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030”, the project addressed marine pollution, ecosystem… Continue reading Istituto Comprensivo “Bonsegna-Toniolo”

Project: An Educational ROV for Marine Meadow Conservation. Objectives of the project Posidonia oceanica, endemic to the Mediterranean Sea, was presented as a marine plant of vital importance. Often mistaken for algae, it forms extensive underwater meadows that represent one of the most productive ecosystems on the planet. These meadows played a crucial role in… Continue reading Istituto comprensivo Vezzano L. – Santo Stefano Magra

Project: Observe the marine biodiversity of Gulf of Naples Objectives of the project The objectives of this project were to monitor marine biodiversity in the Gulf of Naples, with a specific focus on plankton as a biodiversity and health indicator. The project aimed to combine satellite data analysis (Copernicus programme) with experimental sampling and laboratory… Continue reading Liceo Scientifico e delle Scienze Umane S. Cantone

Project: Sea Change: Empowering Students for a Carbon-Neutral Coast  Objectives of the project The project transformed Klaipėda “Varpas” Gymnasium into a centre for ocean literacy and climate action on the Baltic Sea coast. Addressing rising CO₂ levels and threats to the marine ecosystem, it introduced a STEAM-based model where students measured air and water quality… Continue reading Klaipėda “Varpas” gymnasium

Project name: School Bells for the Ocean About the project “School Bells for the Ocean” aims to strengthen water and ecosystem literacy by focusing on the Danube River and its environmental challenges. The project empowers students to become environmental leaders while supporting teachers in integrating water-related topics into their teaching. It promotes collaboration between schools,… Continue reading Geo Milev English Language School

Project name: Capturing Reality: Ecology of the Sea & Territory (CREST) About the project “Capturing Reality: Ecology of the Sea & Territory (CREST)” is a Blue Schools project that empowers students aged 15–17 to become ocean-literate citizens and creative media producers. Focused on protecting the Black Sea, the project combines environmental education with media literacy… Continue reading Private Trade School Konto Trade Ltd.

Project Name: TAPping on Blue Sustainability: Increasing awareness of local intermittent streams and their importance for local flora and fauna About the project “TAPping on Blue Sustainability” (TAPs) engages students, educators, and the local community in exploring and protecting the “Argaki tou Pyros” freshwater ecosystem. Aligned with the EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters… Continue reading Dimotiko Scholeio Agias Varvaras

Project name: Baltic Sea Actions About the project “Baltic Sea Actions” strengthens ocean literacy and ocean citizenship through student-led activities focused on the Baltic Sea. The project explores marine ecosystems, climate change, sustainability, and the Kvarken Archipelago UNESCO World Heritage Site, including its cultural significance. Students co-develop learning materials and lead workshops, campaigns, and peer-learning… Continue reading Vaasa Lyseo Upper Secondary School

Project name: Blue Changemakers – Youth Power for Ocean Sustainability About the project “Blue Changemakers” empowers students aged 11–13 from Georgia and Turkey to become active advocates for ocean and freshwater sustainability. Over five months, students explore local ecosystems, understand their connection to global water systems, and investigate pollution through hands-on activities. The project also… Continue reading LEPL Tbilisi #141 Public School

Project: Ocean Voices: Podcasts for a Sustainable Blue Future Objectives of the project Ocean Voices engaged students in exploring marine and freshwater ecosystems through the creation of educational podcasts. By integrating science, digital literacy, and creative expression, the project developed key 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and environmental responsibility. The project made environmental… Continue reading IPLT “Gaudeamus”

Project: Food from the ocean Objectives of the project The objective of this project was to introduce primary school students to food from the ocean in a fun and interactive way. Students discovered where food from the sea comes from, learned about different types of fish and seafood, and understood why healthy eating and taking… Continue reading Dr. Jac. P. Thijsse

Project: WAVES Objectives of the project The main objective of this educational project was to raise awareness among young students about underwater noise pollution, a hidden threat to aquatic ecosystems. By focusing on freshwater systems around Skopje, it contributed to the zero-pollution goal and supported local biodiversity conservation. Activities Students, together with teachers and parents,… Continue reading OO Nevena Georgieva Dunja

Our Gardens, Your Oceans – Connecting Local Biodiversity with Global Water Awareness Objectives of the project The project “Our Gardens, Your Oceans – Connecting Local Biodiversity with Global Water Awareness” aimed to strengthen Ocean and Water Literacy by linking local action with global sustainability goals. Students created a biodiversity-friendly school garden using rainwater harvesting and… Continue reading II Liceum Ogólnokształcące im. Wojciecha Kilara w Zespole SzkółOgólnokształcących Nr 5 w Zabrzu

Project: HEVSEL – Heritage Education for Vitality & Sustainability in Ecosystems Learning Objectives of the project The Heritage Education for Vitality & Sustainability in Ecosystems Learning project aimed to strengthen ocean and water literacy among primary and secondary school students through place-based and experiential learning. Centred on the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hevsel Gardens… Continue reading Private Ruzgar Educational Institutions