School Programs

"Saving Little Pieces of our Earth" Video
13-minute video that tells the story of what happens at a recycling sorting center. Available on DVD or online. 
 
"Kid Stuff"
16-page booklet with waste reduction and resource conservation information and activities (PDF version). Grades 4-7 
 
Trash Audit Kit 
See what’s in your school’s trash and what can be done to reduce it (a step to becoming an Oregon Green School). Kit includes scale, buckets, signage, forms, clipboards, gloves and drop cloths. Grades 2-12

From Earth to Landfill Presentation
An overview of where our garbage comes from and where it goes. 
Emphasis on reduction, reuse, recycling and steps toward sustainability.
Grades 2-12

Worming Through Waste Kit
Explore composting with worms and the entire worm bin ecosystem. Grades 2-12

Stuff Presentation
Examine the lifecycle of a pop can, newspaper, hamburger, athletic shoes and a computer. Learn about their environmental impacts. Grades 7-12
 
Papermaking Kit 
Make art paper from classroom scraps. Includes history of papermaking and the benefits of paper waste reduction. Requires volunteer assistance. Grades K-12

Recycling containers and posters
Cardboard deskside and central collection containers, blue recycling bins, clear streams, decals and posters are available.