Growing soil stewards - the Upper Valley Super Compost Project
Discover how schools are using composting to connect students with healthy soils, local food systems, and environmental stewardship.
In this Compost Conversation webinar, Cat Buxton, Dulce Ohare (Sharon Elementary School), and Chrissy Morley (Marion Cross Elementary School) share the story of the Upper Valley Super Compost Project—an innovative collaboration that brings together schools, farms, cafeterias, and communities through composting and hands-on learning.
Topics include:
Building successful school composting programs
Reducing food waste while improving soil health
Engaging students through experiential education
Creating partnerships among educators, food service staff, farmers, and community organizations
Using composting to teach ecology, nutrient cycling, climate resilience, and food systems
Whether you're an educator, school administrator, composter, farmer, solid waste professional, or simply interested in environmental education, this conversation offers practical ideas and real-world examples that can help inspire and strengthen composting efforts in your own community.
