Westmont, Illinois
Date Issued: June 11, 2020
Village of Westmont student Owen Berbaum recently participated in the Kids Climate Summit (KCS). Due to COVID-19, the summit was presented virtually by the Chicago Gifted Community Center (CGCC) and the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA). The goal of the KCS is to have students, ages 9-13, reflect on and dialogue about climate change. Students and coaches from Westmont and nearby communities participated in the virtual KCS and made over 20 presentations. Following are links to the program and Owen’s presentation.
Chicago Gifted Community Center Kids Virtual Climate Summit Website
The Environmental Cost of School Lunch Programs - by Owen Berbaum
The Village of Westmont congratulates Owen for his successful presentation as well as his passion for protecting the environment.
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Contact: Larry McIntyre
Village of Westmont
Communications Director/Public Information Officer
630-417-0280
lmcintyre@westmont.il.gov
