Lockerby Composite student not only impresses academically, he’s a whiz of a science fair competitor and a dedicated volunteer on environmental issues, as well as being a Special Olympics coach
Grade 11 student Adam Selalmatzidis is not content merely paying lip service to the idea of environmentalism. Selalmatzidis knew he could make a difference working on problems right where he lived, so he began by volunteering for the Junction Creek Stewardship Committee and for Lockerby Composite School’s Environmental Council.
“I was inspired by these activities at a school level and integrated it into a program now offered by the Junction Creek Stewardship Committee,” he said. “Sitting as the lead for the Junction Creek Youth Council, which comprises high school students within the Greater Sudbury area, we have been working on building our ranks and speaking for youth on local environmental issues.
“It’s a very rewarding experience. Working with dedicated athletes who play their sport with enormous joy and pride has made a huge difference in the way I participate when representing my school in sports,” he said. “The Special Olympics is a great organization that puts their athletes first. Each time I leave an event, I feel enriched and glad for the opportunity to have coached such great athletes.
“I followed this with a comprehensive study of microplastic tire-wear particles in the environment with a strong focus on our local Junction Creek. I gathered numerous sediment and water samples from various sites, which were screened and filtered, which resulted in various microplastics being identified. COVID restrictions limited my participation to virtual presentations, but I found this experience very beneficial.
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