Año Escolar 2013-2014
Every year, teachers from across Massachusetts join The Green Team to integrate environmental education and actions with their students. There many are Eco-Stars out there who do wonders in their school, and we are very grateful for the teachers and students who work to improve our environment. In the 2013-2014 school year, we were pleased to spotlight Middleboro School District.
Middleboro School District, Middleboro, MA
Jeff Stevens, recycling coordinator for the Middleborough School District, which was a recipient of MassDEP’s School Recycling Assistance Grant in 2013, has reported on their amazing improvements in recycling rates since last year, noting that everyone’s contribution in those schools has made recycling quite a success.
Middleborough’s 5 schools recycled 83 full bags of plastic bottles and cans this November, compared to only 33 bags last November, a 250% increase! On a similar note, they recycled 4.15 tons of paper this November, compared to 2.95 tons last November, an increase of 140%!
“We are seeing a real attitude change in our students and staff. Recycling is becoming a natural and automatic part of daily school activities and routine. It is now the norm to recycle, not special effort. I hope we are preparing our students for the significant changes we all must make to improve the environment of our community, our country, and our planet. I am proud of their efforts and level of cooperation.”
Jeff Stevens, Middleborough School District
Congratulations to Jeff and the Middleboro School District, all of your efforts are paying off, and we thank you!
