The Pike School has been awarded the EcoSchools U.S. Green Flag by the National Wildlife Federation. This national honor recognizes our exceptional achievement in sustainability education and environmental action. This significant accomplishment was made possible by the tremendous teamwork and collaboration of our entire school community.
Pike students and faculty were praised by the National Wildlife Federation and EcoSchools U.S. who stated: “The National Wildlife Federation and EcoSchools U.S. are proud of the example set by The Pike School in MA." This award demonstrates not only a commitment to sustainability and environmental literacy for students and faculty but an appreciation that the best, most effective education transcends the classroom and offers a place-based, project-based approach to learning”.
Read the full message from The National Wildlife Federation and EcoSchools U.S. here.
Pike is only the third school in Massachusetts to receive this distinction and the 254th nationwide. From building birdhouses and supporting composting and recycling efforts to launching student-led initiatives like the paper use reduction project, our students have shown incredible leadership, creativity, and advocacy in creating real change.
Highlights include:
Teamwork for Social Good – Community clean-ups, eco audits, and waste reduction programs
Courageous Advocacy – Students taking initiative to drive meaningful change across campus.
Authenticity – Homemade upcycled projects and personalized birdhouses
Congratulations to all of our student changemakers. Your dedication, innovation, and courage inspire us all.
This award is more than recognition; it’s a powerful reminder that education with action can shape the future!
The EcoSchools Map has been updated! You can now see Pike on the map here!
