CVSWMD Services to Member Schools
All schools within CVSWMD member municipalities (see list at bottom of page) qualify for free, high-quality school programming and services. If you have questions, a request for programming, or need technical assistance, contact John Jose, School Zero Waste Coordinator (SZWCoordinator@cvswmd.org).
Classroom, Cafeteria, & Schoolyard Programming
Free programming, which emphasizes enga-ging and enriching experiential learning, is available for grades pre-K-12. Click below for more information.
Special Recycling
Paint, batteries, mercury-containing bulbs, electronics are among materials that are landfill-banned and must be properly disposed of. Click below for more information.
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On-campus Composting
On-campus compost systems, capturing a portion or all of a school’s food waste, pro-vide excellent on-site educational opportuni-ties. Click below for more information.
Schoolwide Recycling & Food Scrap Management
Support is available for implementing mandatory, schoolwide recycling and food scrap collection systems. Click below for more information.
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Cafeteria Waste Reduction
Your School Zero Waste Coordinator can provide resources to maximize waste reduction in your cafeteria. Click below for more information.
Zero Waste Events KitNote: This program is currently unavailable. Save money and model sustainability at your next school community event with reusable, dishwasher-safe plates, bowls, cups, and silverware. Click below for more information.
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School Zero Waste Grant ProgramInspired but don't have the funds? Check out our grant program to finance your solid waste management/sustainability projects, large and small. Examples of potential projects supported and items purchased can include: Construction of a cafeteria sorting station, purchase and in-stallation of water bottle fill stations, purchase of reusable cafeteria food serviceware, etc. Click below for more information.
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Solid Waste Management Systems Reviews
A review of a school's solid waste manage-ment streams, including where enhancements can be achieved, and supporting resources available.
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Managing Classroom
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*The chicken-food scrap signage applies to those schools that have their food scraps disposed of via a facility where chickens are part of the process of converting food waste into compost (and the eggs the chickens produce). These schools include: Bradford ES, Hardwick ES, Hazen Union, Main Street MS, Montpelier HS, Oxbow HS, River Bend CTC, Union ES, and Walden School. Contact John Jose (johnj@cvswmd.org) to request copies of signage. Classroom and/or cafeteria visits can be provided to support incorporation of the signage into school food scrap disposal systems.