Transition in Action, Totnes 2030, an Energy Descent Action Plan

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A survey by the teaching unions finds that despite the austerity of the times, teachers are enjoying their work more and find students much more responsive. The smaller classes are said to have reduced pressure and children have increased self-esteem. Disciplinary issues are much less of a problem.
Climate migrants arriving from displaced communities share skills about growing different foods and other practical skills.
Schumacher College commences a pilot virtual course for overseas students unable to travel to their courses and to include speakers who would otherwise need to travel a long way.
6^th class Pupils can decide by majority vote which subject areas they would like to drop or include

English conversation courses are being offered by some local groups to help new migrants learn some useful language and meet people. The lessons are extended to a shared meal.
Community groups have formed an introductory group and offer an orientation week to help new arrivals adjust and find their way around the area and facilities etc.
The Steiner School opens an in-service training for teachers wishing to introduce some of their techniques in other local schools. The SITs schools’ network supports this with organising some teacher exchanges in local schools.

Biodiversity research and management courses are offered by Defra in an attempt to draw in comprehensive monitoring of species at most risk from increasing temperatures and flooding. Children have been drawn into a broader understanding of nature and interdependency and are enthusiastic bird and invertebrate counters.
DCC initiates a ‘Sharing our experiences and knowledge’ programme for newcomers, new foreign migrants and local people to broaden understanding and build relationships for mutual support within local society.