Templeton Academy Wins National Competition with Sustainable Community Design
The Grade 6 class from Templeton Academy in Meadows, Newfoundland, has been announced as the national winner of the Mission Explorium 2026 competition. Organized by Agriculture in the Classroom Canada (AITC-C), the competition involved over 5,300 students from Grades 6 to 8 across Canada. Participants were tasked with designing a sustainable community on a deserted island, focusing on food production, resource use, and community planning. The Templeton Academy class, led by Nicole Lovell, impressed judges with their innovative ideas, strong storytelling, and a clear focus on sustainable food and community systems. As a reward, the class will receive an indoor garden from Plantaform to further their education in food production and sustainability. 
