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ADMINISTRATORS & FACULTY

ADMINISTRATORS & FACULTY. NYC PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2013-2014. IN NYC SCHOOLS.

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ADMINISTRATORS & FACULTY

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  1. ADMINISTRATORS & FACULTY NYC PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2013-2014

  2. IN NYC SCHOOLS In the 2013-2014 school year, the NYC Department of Education and Department of Sanitation are conducting an Organics Collection programin over 300 school cafeterias and kitchens in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Staten Island schools. As an Organics Collection school, you are on the forefront of an exciting moment in NYC history!

  3. WHAT IS ORGANICS? For the purpose of this Program, we refer to organics as • food scraps like vegetables, meats, grains, cheeses, and fruits • soiled paper products like napkins, brown bags, plates, and compostable trays These materials will be turned into compost or renewable energy.

  4. A LOOK AT ORGANICS:WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? According to the NYC Department of Sanitation, nearly 30% of all NYC's waste can be composted. Organics (30%) In schools, it’s closer to 40% 2004-2005 NYC Waste Characterization Study

  5. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF COLLECTING ORGANICS? • reduce the amount of trash going to landfills • reduce export cost of waste • generate renewable energy • reduce greenhouse gas emissions • develop a valuable commodity • create local Green Jobs

  6. CAFETERIA SORTING:HOW WILL IT WORK? New stations will be set up in the cafeteria, where students will sort their lunch waste in four different components

  7. A LOOK INTO THE ORGANICS BIN Organic material is picked up nightly by the Department of Sanitation. It is important that the organics bins are free from contaminants like foam and plastic so materials can be properly processed.

  8. BENEFITS OF CAFETERIA SORTING • Sorting stations create a more organized cafeteria routine. • Reduces cleanup for SchoolFood, school aides, and custodial staff by reducing litter. • Reduces vermin and pest problems by having food scraps contained in a plastic bin with lid.

  9. BENEFITS OF CAFETERIA SORTING • Reinforces classroom recycling practices and contributes to positive, sustainable habits. • Offers opportunity for students to take a leadership and/or mentoring role by educating their peers about the importance of reducing waste.

  10. WHAT HAPPENS TO COLLECTED ORGANICS? Organics are taken to commercial facilities, where they are processed and made into compost or renewable energy. It is important that the organics bins are free from contaminants like foam and plastic so the materials can be properly processed.

  11. WHERE DOES THE FINISHED COMPOST GO? NYC Parks, School & Community Gardens, Street Trees

  12. HOW CAN YOU CONTRIBUTE? Coordinate with your Sustainability Coordinator and student Green Team. Volunteer once a week as a cafeteria aide to educate and speak with students. Help train student Cafeteria Monitors. Periodically check on the sorting stations Help host an assembly on the importance of recycling and composting.

  13. HOW CAN TEACHERS INCORPORATE ORGANICS COLLECTION TO THE CLASSROOM? STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Incorporate the process of composting into lesson plans. Take 5 minutes before lunch to remind students of the steps and importance of Cafeteria Sorting.

  14. Recycling & Composting Focus • Student Council • Afterschool • Robotics • Web-design • Green Career Fair

  15. THANKS FOR MAKING ORGANICS COLLECTION A SUCCESS! Questions? Comments? For more information contact the DOE Office of Sustainability sustainability@schools.nyc.gov Or visit: www.nyc.gov/organics

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