Vila Nova de Famalicão has once again stood out in the field of environmental education, receiving recognition from ABAAE – Blue Flag Association for Environment and Education for its success in involving all 68 public network schools in the Eco-Escolas program.
The award ceremony took place on October 8th, at the Air Force Academy in Sintra. The recognition extended to 10 other entities in the municipality, totaling 78 awarded institutions, including Social Solidarity Private Institutions, vocational schools, private educational establishments, and higher education.
Additionally, Famalicão's seven school clusters achieved the Eco-Agrupamento award, valuing the local work in environment, sustainability, and active citizenship.
“"This award represents the commitment of the entire educational community and our families in protecting the environment, adopting more sustainable habits, and forming conscious and responsible citizens. Everyone deserves congratulations!"
The Eco-Escolas program, celebrating its 30th anniversary, aims to foster participation and citizenship habits, seeking solutions to improve the quality of life in schools and the community. It is implemented in over 2250 schools across Portugal.
