Video Conference a Success!

June 22, 2010

With the help of Steve Payne, an Information and Technology technician an interactive video conference was recently held on May 11th at the Education center. Students from Trenton High, Quinte Secondary, and Centennial Secondary heard a message delivered by Francois from the Biosphere in Montreal and participated by sharing ideas and concerns and asking many questions.

The experience of the Biosphere comes much in part with the building it’s housed in: the largest building of its kind in the world, its structure reproduces more than 75% of a sphere. This museum is dedicated to raising environmental and ecological awareness among its visitors.

Housed in the world's largest geodesic dome, which is one of few remaining structures from Expo '67, it offers 4 levels of exhibits and information. The bottom level examines water as both "Source of Life" and "Source of Delight;" the Connections Hall showcases multimedia presentations focusing on environmental protection; and the Visions Hall affords an incredible 360-degree view of Montreal.

Students left the conference with the Challenge to "Vote with your wallet".

The Biosphere’s purpose is to raise the awareness of young people and their families about major environmental issues, including those related to water and climate change, and the sustainable development of the Great Lakes – St Lawrence ecosystem. The topic of the day was Responsible Consumption with a focus on Consumption; Life Cycle Analysis; Ecological Footprint and Responsible consumption. Students were asked to "Vote with their wallet" and left the conference with an enlightened approach to consumerism.