Philipsburg:---Sint Maarten PRIDE foundation held a presentation on the importance of Earth Day at the Learning Unlimited School on Thursday.Earth Day celebrated and recognized around the world on April 22 is one of the leading important dates to commemorate our planet. Learning Unlimited grade 7 students heard why it is important to help our planet earth by planting trees, participating in beach cleanups and protecting our marine wildlife. A short film on our marine environment filmed by resident Leroy French captured the student's imagination as they witnessed the close up feel of sharks, whales, sting rays, sea turtles and other marine wildlife. Filmed around the waters of St. Maarten, Saba and Central America, the film is a great inspiration for youngsters to appreciate the wonders of our under water world.
Sint Maarten PRIDE foundation board members will be participating in a range of activities with schools leading up to Earth Day on April 22nd, more presentations will be held as well as field trips to the Philipsburg Landfill.