Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy Senior Places Second in National Innovation Challenge
Event encourages students to think outside the box,
make a meaningful impact on environmental issues
For the second year in a row, Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy (OVCA) senior and
Kairi Cheverie presents her project at the Innovation Challenge finals in
Nearly 170 students from more than 60 schools were invited to develop original concepts addressing climate change or land, ocean and freshwater conservation through scientific application, civic engagement and community impact. Finalists were flown to Stride’s headquarters in
The idea behind Cheverie’s project, dubbed “Greenhouse Friends,” was to teach future generations about proactively addressing climate change by reducing waste.
“Overconsumption is the leading cause of textile waste, e-waste and pretty much every other waste. Frugality teaches kids to be appreciative of what they already have,” Cheverie said. “It was an amazing competition, and I’m thankful to my teachers at OVCA for pushing me to always do my best.”
Judging was based on the idea, implementation, creativity and reach.
Cheverie also placed second in the inaugural challenge in 2022 for her idea for “The Period Package,” which included sustainable menstrual products to help people stay healthy and reduce waste.
About Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy
Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy (OVCA) is a full-time public charter school authorized by the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board and serves
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