In the Classroom and on the Campus:
CalRecycle Services for Teachers, Districts, and School Facilities

California EEI: Landmark K-12 Curriculum Meets California Academic Standards and More...

The California Education and the Environment Initiative (California EEI) is a cooperative, statewide effort to help K-12 students learn about the environment and how it relates to their everyday lives. This innovative curriculum is being developed by CalRecycle’s Office of Education and the Environment in collaboration with the California Environmental Protection Agency, various education partners, and school districts throughout the state. The EEI Curriculum will offer a comprehensive approach to teaching select California Academic Content Standards to mastery. This curriculum is not an instructional supplement. To learn more about the EEI…

• Education and the Environment Initiative. A groundbreaking effort to connect student learning to the environment, while meeting California Academic Content Standards.
• Cal/EPA Education. A website for information on environmental education programs covering air, water, toxic substances, environmental health hazards and pesticides.

Resources for School Facilities: Waste Reduction and Recycling Help for Your District

Through education, current waste generators can recognize the need to respect and conserve natural resources and make informed waste prevention choices. For help cutting waste at your campus...

• Reducing Waste at Schools. Starting a waste reduction program in your school district is possible. Get all the information you need by visiting this webpage.
• Resources for Schools: Partnerships and Grants. Learn who our partners are and what programs are available to get money for your school/district.