Green Committee Resources

Are you interested in advocating for more sustainable schools? Do you want to learn about educational resources to bring environmental justice into your classroom? What questions do you have about recycling in AACPS?

You are in the right place! This page is dedicated to the work conducted by the TAAAC Green Committee, which has the mission to make recommendations to adopt eco-friendly practices within our union. As environmental stewards, we will promote environmental literacy and sustainability while empowering educators to advocate for a greener, healthier future for our schools and communities. On this page you will find answers, resources, and information from past speaker series events!

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Recycling in AACPS

On November 19, 2024, the TAAAC Green Committee held a speaker series event with Brian Wells and Anna Youngk at Arlington Echo designed as an opportunity for TAAAC members to earn professional development credits toward their school's Green School certification. Throughout the training, Anna and Brian discussed what is recyclable in AACPS, how we can help our students and colleagues recycle throughout our school system and examples of schools that are successful, and how that might differ from what is recyclable throughout Anne Arundel County!

Check out this graphic to see what is accepted in AACPS recycling, and remember: Keep It Simple.

Find the full Powerpoint here Watch the training Learn about the local waste management processing plant in Elkridge Need a new recycling bin at your school? Want to invite Brian and Anna for a PD? Have Lithium batteries that need to be disposed? Contact Brian Wells here

Advocating for a more sustainable Maryland

In the 2025 legislative session, Senators and Delegates will discuss the Beverage Container Recycling Refund and Litter Reduction bill (HB735/SB642) to create a beverage container deposit program in Maryland. This bill has the support of organizations such as the Sierra Club, Anacostia Watershed, and the National Aquarium. If you believe this bill will reduce litter, prevent plastic pollution, increase recycling, and conserve resources, reach out to the TAAAC Government Relations Committee for consideration of an endorsement recommendation or to learn about lobbying with your union

2024-25 School Year Speaker Series

Check out the dates and topics for the speaker events this school year!

October 15, 2024: Bird Talk and Nature Walk (Cancelled)
November 19, 2024: Recycling in AACPS
January 14, 2025: State of Climate Education
March 18, 2025: Using your School Grounds as an Outdoor Classroom
May 20, 2025: Spring Green Lawn Care and How to Have a Green Summer

All meetings will be held at the Arlington Echo Campus.

RSVP here