Greening Schools, Growing Minds: Forezava’s Tree Planting Drive at Chamasilihi Primary School

In our continued commitment to environmental conservation and community-driven climate action, Forezava today marked yet another impactful milestone—this time at Chamasilihi Primary School, where a tree growing exercise brought together learners, educators, and environmental champions for a common cause: making learning spaces greener and safer.

This special initiative engaged 15 enthusiastic pupils, who were introduced to the power of trees not only as providers of shade and beauty but also as natural, living fences. The school's current need for secure boundaries presented a practical learning opportunity for both ecological restoration and school safety. By planting trees as a living fence, the school is embracing a solution that is sustainable, cost-effective, and environmentally enriching.

The Deputy Headteacher of Chamasilihi Primary expressed his appreciation for the collaborative effort, highlighting the significance of partnerships like this in transforming school environments. His support was instrumental in the success of the day’s activity. He ensured that holes for planting were dug in advance and further pledged to mobilize learners to finalize holing around the school compound in preparation for next week’s planting session. His dedication to the project signaled a strong institutional will to embed environmental care into school culture.

For the learners, the experience was more than just a planting exercise—it was a journey of purpose and pride. The 15 pupils actively took part in the day's activities, learning how trees contribute to better school environments by providing shade, improving air quality, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the compound, and most importantly, instilling a deep sense of environmental stewardship among young minds. They committed to watering and protecting the young trees, aware that their actions today are seeds of a greener future.

This initiative is part of Forezava’s broader School Tree Growing Program, which seeks to create vibrant, learner-friendly, and environmentally conscious school spaces in Vihiga County and beyond. The Chamasilihi Primary School activity stands out as a testament to how schools can be transformed into green havens when learners, teachers, and community partners work together.

As the trees grow, so too will the values of responsibility, resilience, and respect for nature among these young champions. And through such collaborations, Forezava continues to inspire hope—one school, one tree, one learner at a time.

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