Why Is It Important To Recycle?
The Choice is Yours!
Have you ever wondered when you throw away plastic bottles, aluminum cans, white paper or glass where they will go? They will most likely end up in the dump and sit there for years with no use at all. Or even worse, this debris will end up on our beautiful beaches or other parts of our environment. Plastic in particular does not break down easily and will remain as a hazard in the environment for hundreds of years. The last thing most of us want to see on our wonderful beaches is trash. The good news is that we can do something about it.
One thing we can do is to recycle the plastic, aluminum and glass bottles. A big issue is plastic bottles ending up in our environment. They may collect water which will provide excellent mosquito breeding grounds for dengue, a dangerous disease which can even result in death.
We are the victims of our own behavior regarding trash. We use containers, then without thinking, throw them in the garbage, or worse, on the ground or in the water. But we are also the key to fixing this problem. At La Paz Community School we care about the environment. We recycle plastic bottles, aluminum cans, glass and white paper. By doing so we save on energy and at the same time beautify our environment. Everyone wins!
We would appreciate your joining our recycling effort. Think of our environment: be a part of the solution rather than the problem. Work with us to make our area more beautiful and healthy for us all. We’re all in this together so let’s do our part and recycle. We hope to see you here!
Mackenzie Cramer
5th Grade
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What Can You Bring In To Recycle?
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Plastic Bottles (transparent) |
We can accept any transparent plastic bottles that are clean and crushed with or without the cap. |
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Glass |
We can accept all glass of any color as long as they’re clean without the lids or caps. |
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Aluminum Cans |
We can accept any aluminum cans (beer, soda, etc.) that are clean and crushed. |
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Tin Cans |
We can accept any tin cans (soup, tuna, etc.) that are clean and crushed. |
Where and When Can You Bring Your Recycling Materials?
You may bring your recycling materials to the La Paz Community School campus between school hours, Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00. Take them to the office where one of our staff members will guide you to our recycle center. Please don’t leave any materials unattended or drop them off out front.
Thank you for joining La Paz Community School in our efforts to
make our community the best it can be!
We would like to give a special thank you to Jose Luis, whom without
we would be unable to sustain our recycling program.
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