Abbie Caldas, the schools programme manager for Greenrock, invited Young Observer to join her at West Pembroke Primary School to learn about what it means and why schools are striving to become Eco-Schools in Bermuda. In its 20th year around the world and second year in Bermuda, the Eco-Schools programme prepares our future leaders to have a holistic perspective about the implications of their decisions, inclusive of environmental, social and economic concerns. Run by Greenrock, with support from 12 local delivery partners, the programme serves 16 schools, both public and private, from preschool to college. By participating in Eco-Clubs, audits, campaigns and engagement activities, students figure out that they and their community are part of the natural world and have a responsibility to it. As we strive for a more balanced education, this hands-on learning incorporates ecological principles into all subjects, breaking free of the discipline-centric focus and even the confinements of the classroom.It also integrates key metrics to understand the impact, by conducting pre- and post-audits so schools can evidence their improvements. The impact Greenrock looks to have includes improving sustainability awareness, 21st-century skills, and school engagement.Designed by the Foundation for Environmental Education, the Eco-Schools model started in response to a need identified at the United Nations Earth Summit in 1992. That need was to involve young people in finding solutions to sustainable development challenges. Greenrock was selected to represent Bermuda as the national member. The Eco-School model doesn’t take away from any existing strategies in schools, it enhances the content and teaching methods while engaging the students in a positive transformation of their physical, social and mental learning environments. It also provides schools with financial savings and improved aesthetics. This approach combines learning and action, which embeds students in their immediate environment and provides them with the tools to make the appropriate changes. They are involved in the challenges and successes. It supports our young people to see more clearly into our larger living system and generate sustainable solutions to improve our quality of life. Ultimately, Eco-School participants will be equipped with the awareness and tools to be the leaders of a sustainable Bermuda.