BCPS and Solid Waste Authority Partner for Earth Day Celebrations and Recycling Education
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BCPS and Solid Waste Authority Partner for Earth Day Celebrations and Recycling Education
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WHO:
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) Students, Teachers, Administrators and Staff; BCPS Applied Learning Department Staff; and Representatives from the Solid Waste Authority
WHAT:
In celebration of Earth Day, the BCPS Applied Learning Department and the Solid Waste Authority will host three special events across the District recognizing schools for their outstanding efforts to “Put Waste in its Place.” In addition, during each school visit, BCPS and the Solid Waste Authority will share details on a new partnership to increase recycling education for students.
WHEN / WHERE:
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
South Plantation High School
1300 S.W. 54th Ave., Plantation, FL 33317
8:30 a.m. – Noon
12th grade students in the Environmental Science and Everglades Restoration magnet program will present their senior projects to judges.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026:
Beachside Montessori Village
2230 Lincoln St., Hollywood, FL 33020
9:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Students participate in Earth Day activities and enjoy a special visit by a Coastal Recycling Truck.
Friday, April 24, 2026:
Coral Springs Middle School
10300 Wiles Road, Coral Springs, FL 33076
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Get ready to garden! Students and volunteers beautify the school’s gardens with donated plants.
WHY:
Broward County is facing a true trash problem with a lack of space in local landfills. The goal is to celebrate Earth Day while raising awareness about how everyone can make a difference by reducing waste and recycling right.
MEDIA ARE INVITED TO COVER THIS EVENT.
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ABOUT BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
“Educating all students to reach their highest potential.”
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is a proud “A” rated District, serving as the sixth-largest school district in the nation and the second largest in the state of Florida. As Florida’s first fully accredited school system since 1962, BCPS educates more than 236,600 students and approximately 125,000 adult learners across 239 schools, centers and technical colleges, and 86 charter schools. BCPS supports a diverse student population representing 174 different countries and speaking 157 languages. To connect with BCPS, visit browardschools.com, follow us on “X” @browardschools, on Facebook at facebook.com/browardschools, on Instagram @browardschoolsofficial, on YouTube at youtube.com/browardschoolsvideos and download the free BCPS mobile app at browardschools.com/MobileApp.