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, would like to request programming, or need technical assistance, contact John Jose, School Zero Waste Coordinator (johnj@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.

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.

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 Kit

Note: 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.

School Zero Waste Grant Program

Note: Until further notice, this grant program is closed.
Inspired but don't have the funds? Check out our grant program to finance your solid waste management/sustainability projects, large and small. Click below for more information.
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Managing Classroom Food Scraps:
Hear it From the Chickens!*
*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, Oxbow HS, River Bend CTC, 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.