OPS Recycling
In 2008 OPS initiated a single-stream recycling program, expanding from its earlier program of recycling paper only. The single stream program allows schools to recycle paper, cardboard, plastic (#1–7), and metals in one container. There is no need to sort them out. OPS recycling is spilt into two categories: classrom/hallway/office and cafeteria recycling. The following resources provide the key information schools need to successfully start and/or maintain a recycling program:
Recycling Tips Flyer. This flyer summarizes what can be recycled as well as the key contacts throughout the district who can help answer your questions. It also has a few tips for successful recycling.
Recycling Sign (Classroom/Hallway/Office). This sign can be taped to any container used to collect recyclables. It signifies and alerts individuals that the container is for recyclables, as well as reminds them about the items that can be recycled.
What Can be Recycled? This document is the official list from OPS on what can and cannot be recycled in OPS' program. Recently, gable-top and aseptic containers (such as 1/2-gallon milk and orange juice cartons) are also able to be recycled.
Electronic Waste: Electronic waste includes things like computers, printers, copiers, and other equipment that has any kind of circuit board in it (like a switchboard telephone). This type of equipment often contains heavy metals in the circuitry that should not be sent to the landfill. Instead, you should take the equipment out of inventory and submit a request to district operations to pick it up. Following this procedure will both ensure that the equipment is recycled properly and that the district inventory is kept up-to-date.
Cafeteria Recycling: This webpage provides best practices and information on cafeteria recycling programs at OPS schools.
OPS Recycling
In 2008 OPS initiated a single-stream recycling program, expanding from its earlier program of recycling paper only. The single stream program allows schools to recycle paper, cardboard, plastic (#1–7), and metals in one container. There is no need to sort them out. OPS recycling is spilt into two categories: classrom/hallway/office and cafeteria recycling. The following resources provide the key information schools need to successfully start and/or maintain a recycling program:
Recycling Tips Flyer. This flyer summarizes what can be recycled as well as the key contacts throughout the district who can help answer your questions. It also has a few tips for successful recycling.
Recycling Sign (Classroom/Hallway/Office). This sign can be taped to any container used to collect recyclables. It signifies and alerts individuals that the container is for recyclables, as well as reminds them about the items that can be recycled.
What Can be Recycled? This document is the official list from OPS on what can and cannot be recycled in OPS' program. Recently, gable-top and aseptic containers (such as 1/2-gallon milk and orange juice cartons) are also able to be recycled.
Electronic Waste: Electronic waste includes things like computers, printers, copiers, and other equipment that has any kind of circuit board in it (like a switchboard telephone). This type of equipment often contains heavy metals in the circuitry that should not be sent to the landfill. Instead, you should take the equipment out of inventory and submit a request to district operations to pick it up. Following this procedure will both ensure that the equipment is recycled properly and that the district inventory is kept up-to-date.
Cafeteria Recycling: This webpage provides best practices and information on cafeteria recycling programs at OPS schools.