Get ready for an inspiring journey toward sustainability in the Houston Independent School District (HISD)!
In early 2024, we shared a curated sampling of curricular resources through a 4-part email series, with each installment dedicated to exploring essential sustainability concepts and providing activities and tools to guide you in implementing a zero-waste mindset and approach in your classrooms and schools.
Select teachers in from pilot schools in HISD were asked to trial the resources and provide feedback on their relevance and utility, to guide further integration of sustainability and zero-waste themes in classroom practice.
Jan 18: INTRODUCTION TO THE ZERO-WASTE INITIATIVE
Learn more about HISD’s progress to date with the Zero-Waste School Program pilot in this interview with HISD’s Energy and Sustainability Analyst, Stephanie Walker.
Jan 23: DEFINING SUSTAINABILITY FOR OUR SCHOOL
Gain a comprehensive shared understanding of sustainability that will shape your students’ zero-waste journey.
Feb 6: EXPLORING THE WASTE WE PRODUCE
Delve into what kinds of waste are generated at school and explore different ways that we can handle our waste when it leaves our school.
Feb 19: EXPLORING OUR SCHOOL FOOD WASTE
Uncover the causes and impacts of food waste generated at school with resources for conducting cafeteria audits and exploring student food preferences.
Feb 29: BECOMING ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDS THROUGH CIRCULARITY
Explore the life cycle of products and equip yourself with tools to empower your students to become responsible stewards of the environment.