All schools located in Fairfax County are required to collect mixed paper and cardboard separately for recycling. We invite you to visit our Web page that discusses how to set up a recycling program at school. In the meantime, you can take materials to a recycling drop-off center. As always, we encourage everyone to buy recycled products.
Contests and School News
Read about the latest recycling news and contests for school-age children.
Educational Resources for Teachers
- Tips and resources for teaching students about recycling can be found in our online School and Recycling Action Partnership (SCRAP) newsletter or SCRAPbook (PDF).
- Apply for an environmental grant for your school with the Johnie Forte program.
- Create your own cartoons, test your knowledge about the environment, solve mysteries, and more on these environmental sites.
- Students can tour local recycling facilities. Reservations are required. I-66 Transfer Station Complex (all ages), call David Menefee, 703-631-1179, TTY 711; Capitol Fiber Materials Recovery Facility (middle school and high school), call Carol Swift at 703-324-5230, TTY 711.
- Clean Fairfax Council offers educational workshops and games that are fun, informative and FREE! A description of program topics is provided online. To reserve an activity, call Rosemary Byrne at 703-324-5471, TTY 711.
- Fairfax County solid waste management professionals are available as guest speakers. They can also assist you in setting up a recycling program at your school. Call Carol Swift at 703-324-5230, TTY 711, for more information.
- Invite the recycle guys to attend your next event. If you have seven willing "actors," we can provide the costumes, a short script and music. For more information, please contact Carol Swift at 703-324-5230, TTY 711.
Facts and Project Ideas
Learn interesting facts about recycling, trash collection and disposal. Identify project ideas under the Johnie Forte Grant Program.
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