Emma Vyvyan, Head Teacher at Sky Primary and Eden Project Nursery in Cornwall has overseen the school’s efforts to remove single-use plastics from school lunches and advocate for the recycling of soft plastics. Emma’s students’ passion for recycling is a key topic within their PACTS relationship. Their previous MP Steve Double, advocated on the student’s behalf in parliament and now  MP Noah Law is taking up the mantle. Emma shares her top tips for instilling resilience within students as they work to make the changes they wish to see in their community.
 
How can students hold politicians accountable for climate action?
Through PACTS (Politicians Accountable for Climate to Students), a groundbreaking schools initiative empowering students to influence their MPs and engage meaningfully in the political process.

Here’s what makes PACTS unique:

• It’s more than just writing letters—it’s an ongoing dialogue, with students following up and questioning commitments over time.
• It transforms how students understand and participate in the political cycle, fostering confidence and real-world impact.

Teachers have a bold vision for the future of education—one where values, well-being, and sustainability are at the core of every classroom. It’s a future that puts students first and builds a better world through education. 

In each episode, we sit down with inspiring teachers who are bringing PACTS to life in their classrooms. They share:

• Why they signed up for PACTS.
• How they’re making it happen, from classroom discussions to meeting MPs.
• The incredible impact it’s having on their students and schools.
• Their top tips to encourage other teachers to take action.

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