What can you do at your school?

Activities and Ideas for classroom conservation with curriculum links

By Andrew MurgatroydImages from Ontario Eco Schools

Simple student made reminders

Bottle Ban Unit

Track water bottle usageTies to math curriculum

Waste Audit Unit

Waste Audit

Clear sided Recycling bins

Recycling bins with realia

Green Cone Composter

Green Team!

Student run locally sourced market

Walking School Bus Routes

The Golden Shoe award!

Record your progress

Choosing manageable goals

• Which activity did you like the best?

• How could you incorporate this unit or activity into your school community?

• What steps would you need to take to start this program at your school?

Curricular Links

• What grade levels would you choose for particular tasks?

• What curricular connections can you make?

Specifics• What particularities of your school would lend

themselves to the activity you chose? Eg. Proximity to a fresh water source, land for gardening, students requiring service hours

• Who are your allies? - Which teachers, administrators, parents, school clubs or student leaders can help you with your project?

• What can you do to ensure the longevity of your project?

Make a plan

• Spend some time creating a plan of action for your school or community.

• Set 3 manageable goals for the school year.

• Pick landmark dates for special events.

• What actions need to be put into place now to ensure your success?