1. What can you do at your school? Activities and Ideas for classroom conservation with curriculum links By Andrew Murgatroyd Images from Ontario Eco Schools

2. Simple student made reminders

4. Bottle Ban Unit

5. Track water bottle usage Ties to math curriculum

8. Waste Audit Unit

9. Waste Audit

10. Clear sided Recycling bins

11. Recycling bins with realia

12. Green Cone Composter

14. Green Team!

15. Student run locally sourced market

16. Walking School Bus Routes

17. The Golden Shoe award!

21. Record your progress

23. Choosing manageable goals Which activity did you like the best? How could you incorporate this unit or activity into your school community? What steps would you need to take to start this program at your school?

24. Curricular Links What grade levels would you choose for particular tasks? What curricular connections can you make?

25. Specifics What particularities of your school would lend themselves to the activity you chose? Eg. Proximity to a fresh water source, land for gardening, students requiring service hours Who are your allies? - Which teachers, administrators, parents, school clubs or student leaders can help you with your project? What can you do to ensure the longevity of your project?

26. Make a plan Spend some time creating a plan of action for your school or community. Set 3 manageable goals for the school year. Pick landmark dates for special events. What actions need to be put into place now to ensure your success?