Walden Public School launches new composting program

Walden Public School has introduced a new composting program as part of its ongoing commitment to the environment. With the help of the school’s Go Green Team, and a partnership with Greater Sudbury Waste Management, the school officially launched the program on January 23, 2017.

“We pride ourselves on being a green school that places a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship,” says Walden Public School Principal Chris Bourré. “The program will teach students about the importance of composting and its long-term benefits.”

The program is led and maintained by a group of students called “The Green Machines”.
They visit classes during nutrition breaks to guide students in properly disposing items into green bins, blue bins and trash bins. They also deliver unique educational presentations to students in Kindergarten to Grade 3.

“With the help of some Go Green Team staff members, students are responsible for the day-to-day disposal of all compost and recycling materials,” says Principal Bourré. “The program encourages eco-friendly practices while allowing students to take part in their own learning.”

Compost is the substance created by broken-down organic waste such as napkins, apple cores and banana peels. It is useful as a natural fertilizer to aid in the growth of healthy crops and maintenance of healthy, bountiful soil.

Environmental benefits of composting include reducing landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions, and minimizing dependence on fossil fuels. Composting also limits incineration, which spreads toxic ash waste into the air we breathe.

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Media Contact:

Chris Bourré, Principal, Walden Public School,
Rainbow District School Board, 705-692-3602