Million Cans Contest Update – Let’s Keep the Momentum Going!

We’re excited to share that our students have already collected 3,500 aluminum cans for the Million Cans Recycling Contest — mashaAllah, an incredible start! Our school-wide goal is 100,000 cans, and with everyone’s participation, we know we can reach it together.

This initiative is more than just a competition. It helps students learn about environmental responsibility, reduce waste, and make choices that protect our planet. Through this effort, students build lifelong habits of stewardship, teamwork, and community involvement — all while contributing to a cleaner world.

Program Highlights
🌟 3,500 Cans Collected So Far

Thank you to all the students and families who have participated. Your contributions are already making an impact!

📖 Special Guest Visit

Jess, founder of the Million Cans Drive, visited our 4th graders to read her book on recycling and share stories from her scuba-diving experiences witnessing the effects of aluminum waste. Her presentation brought the mission to life in a memorable and inspiring way.

🍦 4th Graders Earn an Ice Cream Party!

Congratulations to our 4th graders for surpassing the 2,000-can milestone! Their enthusiasm and leadership earned them a well-deserved ice cream party — we’re so proud of their dedication.

♻️ More Drop-Off Locations Added

Recycling bins are now available at both the Bellevue Campus and the Together Center, Redmond making it easier than ever for families to drop off cans regularly.

How You Can Help

To help us reach our school-wide goal, we are asking each student to bring in 150 cans by December 5th.
Every can counts, and every student’s effort truly makes a difference.

Become a Recycling Champ!

Redmond Campus students are encouraged to sign up to become Recycling Champion of the Week — helping empty the aluminum can collection bins on campus and making a meaningful environmental impact. See all open volunteer opportunities here

K–3 Reading Event – December 4

Jess will be visiting the Bellevue Campus for a special reading and environmental presentation. We hope to see all K–3 students there!

Volunteer With Us

If you’re passionate about being a steward of the Earth, we’d love to have you join us. Please fill out the Parent Volunteer Form

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