Green School
The mission of West Middle’s Green School Project is to maintain an environmentally friendly school while protecting the Earth’s environment through the actions of our students, teachers, administrators, staff, and community members.
Our recycling center collects six different items which are recycled at various locations. Our technology education teacher constructed the center using plans from a science teacher. Signage in both words and pictures allows everyone to participate in our recycling program!
West Middle has formed partnerships with many local community organizations resulting in opportunities to address environmental issues in the local community.
Carroll County Outdoor School, Bear Branch Environmental Center, and William Winchester Elementary School Westminster Police Department
Who
What
Where
When
Key Points
Bluebird Boxes
Outdoor Classroom
April 28, 2008
Construction of 30 bluebird boxes which will be donated to the community.
Cell Phone Recycling
Lobby
Ongoing
Old cell phones donated to the school are given to the police and are distributed to battered/abused women for use of 911 in emergencies.
Giant Grocery Stores
Bag Recycling Program
Lobby
Ongoing
Plastic grocery bags are brought to school and recycled in large quantities.
6th Grade Students
Student Service Projects
Local homes and parks/preserves
Ongoing
Students returning from Outdoor School pledge to help the environment by doing a project at home or in their community. Projects are completed and service hours are awarded.
