Community Education

Environmental Education is about more than just science.  It is social studies, math, history, art, economics, and technology.  It is about the place you live, the materials you use, and the choices made everyday.

Washington County offers free education programs for schools and the general public.  We can provide a speaker at a special event, an educational display at a fair, or an interactive program for a school or organization.  Topics include:

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
This covers what can be recycled, how to recycle, and the importance of reducing and reusing first. 

Household Hazardous Waste
What is household hazardous waste, how should it be disposed of, and what are healthier alternatives?

Natural Resources
What are commonly used natural resources in Arkansas?  What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?  How does recycling affect conservation?

Trash
What is in your trash and how is it different from what your grandparents threw away?

Landfills
Where does your trash go?  What is the difference between a dump and a sanitary landfill?

Recycled Art
Learn the process of paper recycling while making your own unique creation. 

Composting/Worm Composting
What can be composted and how the process works.  Worms can be a fun addition to any classroom.

Most programs can be modified for age, group size, and time. We also work with schools to establish and maintain recycling programs. If you would like assistance with your school recycling program or you are interested in an educational program, contact Sophia Stephenson.