Schools

Research has shown that most children have learned their basic habits and practices by the end of fourth grade.

The knowledge kids gather in class, they bring home! It’s our mission to educate children and their families for multi-generational change. One of the most important aspects of litter prevention is educating children on the negative consequences of throwing trash where it doesn’t belong.

Schedule a classroom visit by TrashFormer, our litter-fighting robot and popular local hero, and let him lead with litter tips to encourage your students to Pick It Up. TrashFormer’s mission is simple and impactful: litter belongs in the trash can. With this straightforward message, TrashFormer inspires people of all ages across neighborhoods, schools, and parks to take ownership of their environment—and be a hero too! It’s about more than just picking up trash; it’s about fostering a sense of pride in our shared places of work and play. TrashFormer is an entertaining and educational way to convey that message.

The Pick It Up initiative is at the heart of TrashFormer’s campaign. This movement encourages people to follow in TrashFormer’s footsteps— or robot tracks!—by volunteering their time for cleanup efforts and making choices that benefit our parish’s well-being. The transformation we aim for isn’t merely physical; it’s also about nurturing a culture of care and respect for our shared spaces.

TrashFormer is also part of the Litter Champs initiative that rewards community members for their efforts in fighting litter.