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Schools are being encouraged to grow greener by planting trees on their grounds.
The call comes as part of a partnership between City of York Council, St Nicks and White Rose Forest to help schools to plant trees on their school grounds.
Councillor Jenny Kent, the council’s Executive Member for Environment and Climate Emergency, said: "We all valued the shade and cooling that trees provided in record temperatures this summer, and this need is only going to become greater with climate change.
"I urge all local schools to get in touch and improve their grounds with expert support for tree and hedgerow planting.
"Pupils will gain hands-on practical experience in adapting our environment for more extreme weather, and our neighbourhoods will benefit from greater tree cover."
The scheme offers schools full support, from assessing planting options and sourcing trees to organising planting days and providing ongoing care advice.
Jonathan Dent, Green Corridors Manager from St Nicks, said: "We are looking forward to supporting some of our local schools to enhance the wildlife value of their sites, helping create better access to nature for kids across the city."
Schools interested in taking part must apply by December 15, with planting scheduled for next autumn.