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Waste Reduction Awareness Program (WRAP)

Help reduce lunchroom waste!

Elementary School Lunchroom Waste Reduction Program - Self-Assessment

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Below is a collection of case studies and information that

Jeffers Foundation & the MN PCA put together to help

improve waste reduction education

Preparation
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Bulk vs. prepackaged servings
Morning lunch count
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Offer vs. serve
Survey students & staff on food likes & dislikes
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Portion control
Supplies / Materials
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Washable trays and silverware
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Compostable trays and utensils
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Cloth vs paper napkins
Serving
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Serving line procedures
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Effective order of bins
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Disposing of waste
Waste Disposal Programs
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Composting
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Food to Livestock
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Vermicomposting program
Noon Hour Procedures
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Having playtime before lunch
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Having playtime after lunch
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Amount of time needed to eat lunch
Education
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Educate students about waste reduction
Parent involvement in school lunchroom program
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Educate staff about waste reduction
Student involvement in school lunchroom program
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Educate parents on how to pack a waste-free lunch
Waste reduction incentive program
Documentation
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Weighing and recording food waste
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Monthly audits of food & non-food waste

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