What this program involves
This ongoing stewardship program brings practical environmental education into teacher-supervised school activity. Suggested projects from the October 2026 concept proposal include: Waste audits; segregation; reuse and repair; composting; recycler partnerships. Each approved project should have a plan, baseline, safe responsibilities and evidence of results.
Possible school activities
- Conduct a supervised school waste audit with safety guidance.
- Mark clearly identified collection points for appropriate dry materials.
- Run student-led reduce-and-reuse awareness activities.
- Explore partnerships with legitimate local recyclers before collecting materials at scale.
What schools could measure
- Kilograms of waste diverted, compost produced and reduction in disposal.
- Litter hotspot observations over time
- Number of verified prevention and reuse activities
How progress could be recognised
Students keep learning records and safe project evidence. Teachers review the records against clear criteria. Recognition can celebrate effort, improvement, teamwork and documented environmental outcomes without equating a badge or competition score with a carbon credit.
From stewardship program to measurable project
A school can run this program throughout the year while choosing specific projects to implement in phases. Example activities: Waste audits; segregation; reuse and repair; composting; recycler partnerships.
Indicators to record: Kilograms of waste diverted, compost produced and reduction in disposal. All reported results require a documented baseline and teacher review.