Phillis Wheatley Elementary School was recently recognized in our OCPS District News article, The Slice. Our school is a test pilot for a compost program to divert excess waste from reaching the county landfill. With the community-driven efforts of the students and staff, Phillis Wheatley has diverted 30,000 pounds of organic waste this school year. That’s about as much weight as a loaded-out firetruck. That averages to roughly 80 pounds per student in one fiscal year. We placed 1st amongst the other pilot schools, and our compost efforts will also support our local school Garden Club. What a great example to impact our local environment and teach students the responsibility to protect it. WHEATLEY’S WINNING COMPOST 30,000 Pounds to Green Garden Glory
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