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You may have seen those yellow bins around - that's Planet Aid. We place bins at schools to collect used clothing and shoes. Schools raise funds from the donations received in the bin, and we do all the work -- from pick up to distribution. We also help schools and students by providing related project ideas and ways that they can raise more funds through clothes recycling drives. 

To Learn More Visit  www.planetaid.org

If you live in Southern New England visit  http://www.planetaid.org/your-local-planet-aid/new-england 

One of the most important aspects of an eco-friendly life is making the conscious decision to simply consume less - conscious consumption if you will.

It is a disarmingly simple strategy, but that doesn't necessarily mean that it's always an easy one to practice, especially in a culture where billion dollar advertising budgets are quickly becoming the norm.

Asking yourself these four questions before you buy something will help align your actions with your ideals, and curb your environmental impact, too

1. Do I need this?

Simple and effective. Do you truly need this item? Is it a dust-collector, a duplicate, or an impulse purchase you're likely to regret or forget about? Or is it a genuine need? Everyone's definition will look a little different, but I typically default to the wise words of William Morris on this one, "If you want a golden rule that will fit everybody, this is it: Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful."

If you do truly need it carry on to the second question.

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March 4-7 2015 | Virginia Beach 

Early Bird Registration is STILL OPEN!

We're putting the final touches on our program for the 5th annual Green Schools National Conference. This year's event will include speakers that will get you pumped and primed to green your school, so don't miss out on Early Bird rates 

Are you keeping up with the green schools movement? Subscribe now to the Green Schools National Network's GreenNotes e-newsletter, and stay updated on topics that will inspire and motivate - and learn the latest on the annual Green Schools National Conference. 

Solaroad Opens First Solar Bike Path

Magical Gardens for the Blind, Deaf and Disabled

Five Ways to Bring Innovation into the Classroom

MIT Explains How to Turn an Old Car Battery Into a Working Solar Cell

Watch: A Bee's Invoice: The Hidden Value In Nature

The World's First Bike with Wheels Made of Ice

Have you ever looked at an old grungy sweater or a torn pair of jeans and thought, "there's no way this can be donated?" Many people are discouraged from giving their worn down items to charities, but almost everything in our closets, even the most "loved" items, can be resold or recycled. In fact, you are likely using repurposed incarnations of your old duds on a daily basis!

Believe it or not, old clothes and shoes can be repurposed into...

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Sheila Harrity, the first Massachusetts principal to be named a national principal of the year in the program's 20-year history, took over as principal at Worcester Tech in 2006 with a new building and a renewed community commitment to turn the school around from its status as one of the lowest performing in the state. Harrity seized the opportunity to implement small learning communities, change the school's culture, and empower teachers so all of the school's nearly 1,400 students would graduate to thrive in the 21st century. 

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If you haven't seen this viral video, please watch.

Neil deGrasse Tyson responds to six-year-old - "How can first graders help the earth?"

Neil deGrasse Tyson just told a tiny girl to be a scientist, and now I'm weeping

November 15, 2014 - February 28, 2015

The Miami HEAT has challenged Broward County Public Schools, FL to find innovative ways to reduce energy consumption at each campus. Through a greening initiative titled "How Low Can You Go?" the team is enticing the schools to raise environmental awareness of CO2 emissions and educate the facilities to potential financial savings through responsible energy consumption. 

How Low Can You Go Energy Challenge

Contact Linda Gancitano for more information or to sign up for the challenge

Thursday, November 20, 2014 

Young people enjoy hands-on STEM at Time Warner Cable free event

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You've got a green school - here is another opportunity to show it off!

Eleven states that are covered by  state or regional CHPS Criteriaparticipate in the Green Schools award- click on the links for more details about each state application process (note deadlines are not yet posted for all states):

• California -- Application deadline December 29, 2014
• Colorado -- Application deadline November 3, 2014
• Connecticut
• Hawaii
• Massachusetts -- Application deadline December 11, 2015
• New Hampshire
• New York - Application deadline December 12, 2015
•  Rhode Island - Application deadline January 15, 2015
• Vermont
• Virginia -- Application deadline December 15, 2014
• Washington - Application deadline January 9, 2015

Click for more details about the award and how to apply