More Recycling Opportunities

Crayon Recycling Program

Converting otherwise disposed crayon nubs into reusable, exciting new molded designs.

Exactly what gets recycled?
Any crayon nubs - parts that are small enough that they are bothersome to keep.

What brand of crayons can be recycled?
Any brand, but try to keep the paper on the darker colored crayons for separation purposes.

1. Collect crayon nubs in different locations around the school. The Clackamas County Recycling Partnership can provide logos for containers.
2. Send securely packaged crayons through the Clackamas County ESD COURIER to: Seth Lewelling Elementary The Clackamas County Recycling Partnership will mail the crayons.
   Please label: ATTENTION OREGON GREEN SCHOOLS - CRAYON RECYCLING.
   Please also put the date: ( / / ).
   Put your preboxed weight: ( ___ lbs). Full pound measurements only, please.
   For more detailed information, contact: Eileen Stapp at 503-742-4454

Printer Cartridge Recycling

FREE MONEY!!! There are many programs for recycling printer cartridges that will actually raise funds for your school! Cartridges can be collected from the school and also from students' homes, where many people have personal computers. The cartridges, which are otherwise thrown away, will make $1 - $2 per cartridge for your school.

Several programs already working:

• Cartridges for Kids, www.cartridgesforkids.com.
• Ecco Recycles (800-368-5881) has a program set up with Colton Middle School.

For more printer cartridge recycling program options, call the Partnership at 503-742-4454.