Community Recycling Enhancement Initiative
Timeline
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March 7, 2025Experience start
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March 8, 2025Project kick-off meeting at the LISD TECH Center
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March 22, 2025Explore current state of community recycling in Lenawee County
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March 29, 2025Tour Chemical companies
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April 12, 2025Explore other community recycling programs
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May 3, 2025Create a proposal and implementation plan
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May 10, 2025Experience end
Timeline
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March 7, 2025Experience start
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March 8, 2025Project kick-off meeting at the LISD TECH Center
Attend meeting with Chemical company representatives. The meeting will focus on the importance of sustainability and recycling to the companies.
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March 22, 2025Explore current state of community recycling in Lenawee County
Explore current recycling practices in Lenawee County to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas to target for improvement.
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March 29, 2025Tour Chemical companies
Company tours guided by representatives who have expertise in recycling, with a focus on company sustainability and recycling. In addition, students will explore best practices that could be incorporated into a community recycling strategy.
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April 12, 2025Explore other community recycling programs
Research best practices from other community recycling programs to help develop a strategy for Lenawee County.
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May 3, 2025Create a proposal and implementation plan
Develop a proposal that includes a review of the current state of recycling in Lenawee County, strategies for improvement, target improvement goals, and means of community outreach and education.
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May 10, 2025Presentation of proposal
Presentation of the proposal outlining the improvement plan to Chemical company representatives, community-based organizations, and potentially County committees tasked with improving recycling.
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May 10, 2025Experience end
Experience scope
Categories
Data analysis Project management Community engagement Environmental sustainability Marketing strategySkills
basic research community-based participatory research sustainability strategies project managementThis experience is designed for learners participating in a program focused on environmental sustainability and community engagement. Participants will leverage their knowledge of waste management, community outreach, and data analysis to develop innovative solutions that enhance recycling efforts in Lenawee County, Michigan. By collaborating with industry professionals, learners will gain practical experience in project management and strategic planning, applying classroom concepts to real-world challenges in a community setting.
Learners
- Comprehensive recycling program assessment report
- Community engagement and education campaign plan
- Data-driven analysis of recycling patterns and recommendations
- Prototype of a digital tool or app to facilitate recycling
- Presentation of findings and proposed solutions to stakeholders
Project timeline
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March 7, 2025Experience start
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March 8, 2025Project kick-off meeting at the LISD TECH Center
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March 22, 2025Explore current state of community recycling in Lenawee County
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March 29, 2025Tour Chemical companies
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April 12, 2025Explore other community recycling programs
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May 3, 2025Create a proposal and implementation plan
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May 10, 2025Experience end
Timeline
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March 7, 2025Experience start
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March 8, 2025Project kick-off meeting at the LISD TECH Center
Attend meeting with Chemical company representatives. The meeting will focus on the importance of sustainability and recycling to the companies.
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March 22, 2025Explore current state of community recycling in Lenawee County
Explore current recycling practices in Lenawee County to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas to target for improvement.
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March 29, 2025Tour Chemical companies
Company tours guided by representatives who have expertise in recycling, with a focus on company sustainability and recycling. In addition, students will explore best practices that could be incorporated into a community recycling strategy.
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April 12, 2025Explore other community recycling programs
Research best practices from other community recycling programs to help develop a strategy for Lenawee County.
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May 3, 2025Create a proposal and implementation plan
Develop a proposal that includes a review of the current state of recycling in Lenawee County, strategies for improvement, target improvement goals, and means of community outreach and education.
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May 10, 2025Presentation of proposal
Presentation of the proposal outlining the improvement plan to Chemical company representatives, community-based organizations, and potentially County committees tasked with improving recycling.
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May 10, 2025Experience end
Project Examples
Requirements
- Design a campaign to increase recycling participation in local schools
- Develop a mobile app to help residents identify recyclable materials
- Analyze current recycling data to identify areas for improvement
- Organize a community event to promote recycling awareness
- Propose a partnership with local businesses to enhance recycling efforts
- Design educational materials for community workshops on recycling
- Evaluate the effectiveness of existing recycling programs and suggest enhancements
Timeline
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March 7, 2025Experience start
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March 8, 2025Project kick-off meeting at the LISD TECH Center
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March 22, 2025Explore current state of community recycling in Lenawee County
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March 29, 2025Tour Chemical companies
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April 12, 2025Explore other community recycling programs
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May 3, 2025Create a proposal and implementation plan
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May 10, 2025Experience end
Timeline
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March 7, 2025Experience start
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March 8, 2025Project kick-off meeting at the LISD TECH Center
Attend meeting with Chemical company representatives. The meeting will focus on the importance of sustainability and recycling to the companies.
-
March 22, 2025Explore current state of community recycling in Lenawee County
Explore current recycling practices in Lenawee County to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas to target for improvement.
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March 29, 2025Tour Chemical companies
Company tours guided by representatives who have expertise in recycling, with a focus on company sustainability and recycling. In addition, students will explore best practices that could be incorporated into a community recycling strategy.
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April 12, 2025Explore other community recycling programs
Research best practices from other community recycling programs to help develop a strategy for Lenawee County.
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May 3, 2025Create a proposal and implementation plan
Develop a proposal that includes a review of the current state of recycling in Lenawee County, strategies for improvement, target improvement goals, and means of community outreach and education.
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May 10, 2025Presentation of proposal
Presentation of the proposal outlining the improvement plan to Chemical company representatives, community-based organizations, and potentially County committees tasked with improving recycling.
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May 10, 2025Experience end