"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn."
Benjamin Franklin
SWACO's school recycling resources were developed to provide teachers, students, and custodians a variety of activities and tools for implementing successful recycling programs. Resources are geared toward outreach & education and best management practices. Don't see what you need? Let us know. Please contact our Program Administrator for Schools at [email protected]
Check out these resources to get started today!
Staring or Improving a Recycling Program is easy with these downloads.
Best Management Guide
School Walk-Through
Container Labels
Monitor program performance in order to right-size your program, create efficiencies and save money.
Pre-Dumpster Volume Monitoring Log
Post-Dumpster Volume Monitoring Log
When changing behaviors, getting everyone on board is a key to success. These resources can guide your communication efforts.
Template Letter to Staff from Principal
Template Intercom Announcements
Example School Newsletter Article
All the in classroom tools you need to help your students excel.
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Grants - Learn about available programs for that provide grant assistance for all of your waste reducing, recycling and composting projects.
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Funding & Recognition Program - Learn about SWACO's Recycle Champions funding and recognition program.