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WasteSorted Schools in Western Australia
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WasteSorted Schools News View all
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20 Jul
The Minister announced the opening of Round 2 of the WasteSorted Schools grants today!
Round 2 will close at 12 noon Tuesday 30 August 2022.
See the media release here and for more information WasteSorted Schools Grants.
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17 May
The recipients of the first WasteSorted Schools grants were announced by Environment Minister, Reece Whitby, yesterday!
Congratulations and we look forward to seeing your projects in action.
The next grant round will close 12 pm Tuesday 30 August 2022. Please check out our grants page for more information.
You can view the media statement here.
The 32 schools incude:
Aveley Primary School, Belmay Primary School, Butler Primary School, Carine Senior High School, Carnarvon Christian School, Churchlands Primary School, Cloverdale Primary School, Cooloongup Primary School, Dampier Primary School, Duncraig Primary School, East Maddington Primary School, Eaton Primary School, Helena River Steiner School, Kellerberrin District High School, Kingston Primary School, Mazenod College, Mel Maria Catholic Primary School, Millen Primary School, Mother Teresa Catholic College, Poseidon Primary School, Saint Simon Peter Catholic Primary School, South Bunbury Education Support Centre, South Thornlie Primary School, Spearwood Primary School, St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School, St Jude's Catholic Primary School, St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Takari Primary School, The King's College, Yakamia Primary School, and Yanchep Beach Primary School.
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28 Apr
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22 Feb
We are super excited to share the new worm farming at school videos!
Thanks so much to Boyare Primary School for hosting and starring in them!
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01 Feb
The WasteSorted Schools grant round is open and will close 12pm Tuesday 15 March 2022.
To find out how to lodge an application please see the grant resources available for support.
Please note that you can now apply for up to $5500(including GST) and there is no limit to the number of times you can apply (as long as you have acquitted your previous grant). We encourage schools to only apply for the amount required for current projects and come back at a later stage for the next project. Starting small and building on your WasteSorted Schools projects is the best way to ensure long-term success. Please see the grant guidelines and FAQ for more information and contact us with any questions. -
14 Dec
Can’t make it to a workshop or want to get your school started on their waste journey now?
Learn about the WasteSorted Schools program and complete the first step towards accreditation by completing the Introduction to WasteSorted Schools online professional learning module.
This module takes approximately one hour to complete. It is divided into sections with a short quiz at the end of each section. Participants receive a certificate upon completion that can be used towards professional learning.
Workshops and Events View all
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14 Sep
Date: Wednesday 14 September
Time: 4 – 7:30pm
Venue: John Curtin College of the Arts, Fremantle
This event is for secondary school students who want to drive change in waste and sustainability at their school. Hear from other secondary students about successful waste management and sustainability practices they have implemented. They will share ideas and experiences about what they have set up, how they run it, and how they engage the rest of the school.
Tours of John Curtin College will be on offer to see their sustainability in action.
There will also be a guest speaker, sustainability stall holders, a chance to network with students from other high schools, and light refreshments provided at the end.
Presenters:
John Curtin College of the Arts
Lynwood SHS
St Norbert's College
Mindarie Senior College
Busselton Senior High School
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20 Sep
Date: Tuesday 20th September
Time: 9:30am – 3pm
Venue: Piney Lakes Environmental Education Centre,
Cnr Murdoch Dve and Leach Hwy, Murdoch
Join WasteSorted Schools and Robyn Brown from Waste is My Resource for a day of garden talk.
Discussions will include:
- composting
- worm farming
- growing food at school
- closing the loop on organic recycling.
This workshop is free, and lunch and morning tea will be provided.
A payment for teacher relief is available for two staff from each school to facilitate attendance. Details will be provided on registration.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/compost-worms-and-food-gardens-registration-390957693987
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19 Oct
Join WasteSorted Schools to learn from other teachers how they manage waste at their school.
Hear from primary and secondary WasteSorted schools in regional WA about successful waste management practices they have implemented at their school. They will share ideas and experiences about how they have created a successful program including set up, maintenance, engaging students and the wider school community.
Presenters: TBC
Location: Teams Live Event (online)
Registrations open Term 3.
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26 Oct
Join the team from WasteSorted Schools for a hands-on look at sorting your school waste.
The workshop will include:
- simple steps to getting your WasteSorted
- tools for assessing your school waste
- setting up waste sorting stations at school
- how to engage students
- behaviour change in schools
- activity ideas for avoiding and recovering waste
The workshop is suitable for school staff including teachers, principals, administration staff and parents.
The workshop is FREE and teacher relief payments are available for two staff from each school.
Location: Ken James Waste Education Centre, Rockingham.
Registrations open Term 3.