Recycling Assistance Program (RAP)

Technical Assistance for School Recycling Programs

Are you a school administrator concerned about solid waste disposal costs? Are you a recycling-conscious teacher or student? The Hamilton County Solid Waste Management District (District) wants to help your school set-up a new solid waste reduction/recycling program or expand your existing program.

A representative from the District can come to your school and meet with principals, teachers, students, facility managers, custodians, and PTAs to help you assess your school’s waste stream and determine what program is right for your school. The District can also help you design your collection method to have a minimal impact on custodians; educate staff, students, and parents; and generate school pride and enthusiasm for the program.

Once you have committed to starting a program, complete the RAP Registration Form (Word document or PDF) and Individual School Recycling Plan, the District can provide:

• Free teacher training and curriculum aligned with state standards
• Free indoor recycling containers
• Free classroom presentations
• Free school assemblies
• Free solid waste related field trips
• Free student incentives
• Free recycling consultation services
• And more!

To schedule a visit and register your school, e-mail Sue Magness or call  946-7736.

If your school is registered in the RAP already but you need to update your information, fill out the RAP Registration Update Form and fax it to 946-7779.