Fort McMurray class named Wetland Heroes after successful fundraiser

Each student had a part to play in the fundraiser. They were involved in designing the basket, donating goods, numbering the tickets, advertising the raffle, and drawing and announcing the winner.  

Their teacher, Janelle Abbott, was impressed with their initiative. “I wasn’t surprised since my class is exceptional, but just to see how excited and capable they were, it made me excited, too,” she says. “They had courage and drive all the way through. Their attitude was incredible.” 

A Wetland Hero’s work is never done

The fundraiser was a huge hit. Together, the students raised almost $2,000 to support wetland conservation. They felt proud of their efforts and happy that they could contribute.  

When Abbott asked her class how many felt good about what they did for wetlands, all the kids raised their hands.  

But as their hero status suggests, they soon wanted to do more. They started thinking about wetlands in the community and how they’ve been polluted. They thought about what was achievable for them and organized a class clean-up of the school grounds.  

“It’s because we care about wetlands and the environment,” says Jack B. “We wanted to do what we can.” 

In an hour’s work, they collected almost two pounds of garbage. They have plans for a future clean-up in the spring and further wetland stewardship.  

In recognition of their efforts to fundraise for conservation and clean up their local environment, DUC is proud to name the Grade 6 class Wetland Heroes.