School District: Kent
School Location: Kent
Began participating in the Green Schools Program: November 2012

Level One of the Green Schools Program: Achieved in May 2013

Waste reduction and recycling (level one)

• The school increased its recycling rate from 27 percent to 50 percent.
• As part of a district-wide decision to reduce waste, the school replaced plastic-wrapped utensils with loose utensils and eliminated straws in the lunchroom.
• Student council members promote waste reduction and recycling efforts through education announcements and by placing signs near recycling containers. These students were also trained to assist with lunchroom container monitoring.
• Through the school’s newsletter, Jenkins Creek shares information about its waste reduction and recycling practices.
• In 2012-13, fourth and sixth grade classes participated in King County elementary classroom workshops to train staff and students about the importance of waste reduction, recycling, and habitat stewardship.

For more information about the school’s conservation achievements and participation in the Green Schools Program, contact:

Cathy Lendosky, principal
Cathy.Lendosky@kent.k12.wa.us

Beth Gilbertson, environmental services supervisor, Kent School District
Beth.gilbertson@kent.k12.wa.us