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From the ACASPA office PRESIDENT GLENN BARLOW SAYS…
Our attention now turns towards a certain EXPO in Melbourne at the end of May... this event is set to be massive … and memorable.
First and foremost I hope you all had a great Christmas and New Year, with time to relax and enjoy yourselves before returning to business with a renewed spring in your step. One of the driving forces behind anyone's decision to stand for Council of Management would have to be the possibility of helping make day to day business matters a little easier to deal with. Keeping that in mind 2011 saw ACASPA take some giant steps forward in terms of keeping our association moving in a positive direction. Among the many positive initiatives: the Young Leaders conference; the formation of the new Fabric Structures committee; enhancements and upgrades with training institutes; continued development of accreditation and many more projects that will drive us into this new and exciting year. This year starts with a BANG with the new name for our great association that is being revealed to members during special information sessions and I would love to see as many of you as possible at these events to enable us to embrace and launch the new name together. Our attention now turns towards a certain EXPO in Melbourne at the end of May. With an organising committee chaired by Brendan Hall and over 70% of the floor space sold out by the end of 2011, this event is set to be massive … and memorable. If I have one strong message for everyone it would be to please get involved if you can, whether it by way of entering one of your company's projects in our awards for excellence, coming along to a member meeting, nominating yourself for Council of Management or simply dropping us an email or a phone call or jumping onto the new website … it all helps us move forward. The combination of senior figures mentoring and guiding the way for our emerging young leaders sets 2012 as an exciting time for the future of the association. For me, leading an amazing Council of Management through these dynamic times is an absolute honour and something I am thoroughly enjoying. I hope you all have a successful 2012 and I look forward to seeing as many of you as possible during the year.
Taking action Happy New Year to one and all. And as may be evident to you, we have hit the ground running this year; our agenda is proving something of a whirlwind. Many have commented on how busy the association has been in recent months and that has certainly been the case. But delivery, productivity and outcomes are what matter. In other words, results. Fortunately we will soon have much to show as a result of all our recent efforts. Just recapping our projects: there's the Young Leaders Group, an eager and talented bunch who at our May Expo will be showcasing the results of their brainstorming sessions. Read more on page 11 about the nature of the smart project they are engaged in. And full credit to Bob Cahill of Tex Connex who cleverly stitched together several themes to develop a brilliant concept that's set to produce all-round benefit. Currently the recommendation for the Name Change is very much at the forefront of our association activities and the Committee of Management (COM) and I are hoping to meet and discuss this with as many members as possible. The decision to change the name has not been taken lightly and for some it will undoubtedly be confronting, while for many others it represents a chance to embrace change and take a bold step forward. Regardless of your own position, I encourage you to come along to the February meeting in your state and hear directly from your COM on this critical initiative. Accompanying the Expo are our industry Awards for Excellence. A great opportunity to showcase your fine projects. Cut-off date is Friday March 30 and we do urge you to submit your entry by then. Also being progressed is the new website, Accreditation, and work undertaken by the National Fabric Structures Committee. And this year we are producing six (rather than five) issues of Connections. So it is no exaggeration to say it is all systems go … the wheels of our industry are whirring faster than ever — and very much in unison, for each of the above mentioned projects involves individuals working together productively and harmoniously. I would like to say I do hope your business is operating at full or near full capacity. And may each and every one of you have a pleasant, productive and profitable 2012. Finally, on page 31 you will find our first ever Connections Reader Survey. Having consolidated the changes we made late last year to refresh the cover and inside pages, our objective this year is to continue to improve the editorial content to ensure Connections remains interesting, informative and relevant to all our readers. I hope you will take a few minutes to complete and return it to us. FEB 2012 · 3
News round-up GRANTS WORTH $2.5 MILLION UP FOR GRABS "Clever and creative" small businesses in the Textile, Clothing and Footwear (TCF) sector can apply for Federal Government grants of up to $50,000 for business improvement projects. With innovation regarded key to turning challenges into opportunity, this latest round of grants is part of a $406 million total package to transform the TCF sector … to "help maintain and grow a vibrant TCF sector as well as securing and creating high-wage, high-skill jobs for Australians," said Senators Combet and Carr. "Around 42,000 people are employed
overseas. The Gillard Labor Government understands the importance of tackling these challenges, strengthening manufacturing and improving productivity and competitiveness in the TCF sector. Since 2005 the TCF SBP has distributed $15 million to over 400 small TCF businesses that manufacture in Australia, or design for manufacture in Australia. The grants will be awarded to support projects in areas of marketing and branding, process and strategy improvement, supply chains, e-commerce and export opportunity development. "It is the enterprising and innovative
in TCF manufacturing — many in small and medium sized businesses. It is an important and highly competitive sector of the economy," said Combet. Carr added "These grants will help Australian firms improve their productivity and give them an edge to compete with overseas based manufacturers." "The TCF sector faces challenges — in particular from cheap manufacturing
businesses that will become the next generation of Australia's leading manufacturers and designers," Mr Combet said. Applications close on 24 February 2012. Visit www.ausindustry.gov.au for more information, or call the AusIndustry hotline on 13 28 46 or email firstname.lastname@example.com
MORE GOOD NEWS. The manufacturing sector nudged positive territory in December with the latest Australian Industry Group — PwC Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI®) rising by 2.4 points to 50.2. Note — readings above 50 indicate expansion in activity, and strongest expansions were seen in the miscellaneous manufactures sub-sectors of basic metals; paper, printing & publishing; and transport equipment. This was counterbalanced, however, by falls in fabricated metals; chemicals, petroleum & coal products; construction materials; and textiles sub-sectors. While production levels and supplier deliveries increased in December, manufacturers' profitability continued to be squeezed as the rise in wages and input prices gained speed with selling prices continuing to decline. Ai Group Chief Executive Heather Ridout commented: "Manufacturing
'mercifully' fell across the line into positive territory in December — on the back of a pick-up in production and new orders — in what was a better end to 2011 than might have been anticipated after such a tough year. "The result points to the resilience of Australian manufacturers against formidable headwinds. However, it needs to be borne in mind that the majority of the sub-sectors recorded declines, highlighting the continuing impact the high dollar, soft domestic demand and the uncertainty in the global economy are having on the industry. "Therefore, while the tentative pick-up in manufacturing activity is encouraging, clearly the sector remains vulnerable to any renewed downturn in the global economy and to the underlying structural pressures associated with strong commodity prices."
IFAI EXPO ASIA 2012 POSTPONED The Industrial Fabrics Association International announced that the uncertainty of the completion of construction at Singapore's Suntec Center and continuing softness of the global economy prompted the postponement of IFAI Expo Asia 2012. As many acaspians will attest, IFAI Expo Asia 2011 premiered strongly in late March 2011 at Singapore's breathtaking Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre, where the specialty fabrics trade exhibition and symposiums covered the spectrum of industry's cutting-edge developments occurring in the industry.
CASTING SHADOW Adelaide based Shadeplan was recently placed in administration, with administrators Ferrier Hodgson putting it up for sale or alternatively considering restructuring operations. Nonpayment of a small number of contracts, and one in particular, forced the move. Founded in 2003 by architect Andrew Ferris, Shadeplan specialises in three dimensional cutting for complex shade structures and designed the eye catching Clipsal 500 grandstand shade structure. With branches in Brisbane and Perth and a $5 million turnover, the company employs ten staff. Reports indicate the cut off for expressions of interest to buy the business was late January, with the outcome announced in mid February Connections was told that this ACASPA member was "substantially" underquoting on projects in order to secure contracts. However costs were too high for them to sustain such practices on a long-term basis.
IFAI'S INTERIM EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Still on IFAI, in November last year Mary Hennessy was appointed interim executive vice president after President/CEO Stephen Warner stepped down. Hennessy has been with IFAI for 23 years and most recently held the position of vice president of communications and publisher of IFAI's seven industry magazines. IFAI soon celebrates 100 years.
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ACASPA is changing its name The new association name will be revealed during a series of member information sessions What's in a name? More specifically, a name change. A fair bit of soul searching, we suggest. Especially when it involves finding then agreeing on a name that best represents the majority of members. Trouble is, association members cover a vast array of products and services. From dam liners on a massive scale to backyard awnings and all in between — and that includes boat canopies, tents, flags and more. Few would dispute that represents a rich and varied mix, a widespread contribution to the landscape. Fortunately there are some common themes, traits that are shared by members. And as it turns out, all it takes is an open mind and a few sparks to trigger a series of suggestions combined with a group endowed with pride and passion to reach a popular consensus. Let's revisit the July 2011 AGM where the association renaming exercise was kickedstarted. Members may recall the vigorous debate that took place about the association's proposed name change, prompted by strong
After all previous options were re-assessed and progressively eliminated, a new short list was "roadtested" with a group of young leaders and legends of the industry
Below: Above: A meeting of today's and tomorrow's leaders. Ana Drougas (far right) and Mina Geremia (bottom left). At the centre wearing shades and a check shirt is ACASPA President Glenn Barlow.
feedback from a majority of members who felt the current name — ACASPA — was no longer appealing or relevant. Although none of the proposed new names presented on the day of the AGM were adopted, a strong mandate for a name change still existed. In the months following the AGM, Council of Management continued to progress the name change with the assistance of an independent marketing and change consultant who reviewed the process and outcomes achieved to date and then augmented this with additional research and consultation with Council of Management and members. After all previous options were re-assessed and progressively eliminated, a new short list was "road-tested" with a group of young leaders and legends of the industry at the inaugural Young Leaders' Conference held in Sydney in November 2011 (see full report on page 11–17). The options presented at the Young Leaders' Conference sparked further robust debate and feedback from attendees on the day confirmed the need and desire for a new name that is both contemporary and succinct and reflects the quality of work produced by members as well as the overall creativity, dynamism and positivity that persists in the industry today despite the challenges faced by members. "Our young leaders have a very clear and uncompromising view of how they want their industry and association to be positioned and perceived by people in the own industry as well as in the wider environment," says Glenn Barlow, ACASPA President. "For them, as well as many of our legends, it's all about being seen as fresh, vibrant, innovative, leading, responsive, adaptable and specialised." Although words like "industrial" have their place, our leaders and legends largely saw this as being synonymous with a long past era and persisting with words such as "canvas"
The association's proposed new name will be formally unveiled at member information sessions taking place in each capital city in early February
and "synthetics" was seen as no longer appealing and relevant to a majority of members, particularly those eager to look towards the future and embrace the emergence of new technologies. At the conference Ron Gottlieb summed up group sentiment thus: "The word industrial ties us with the past. Bearing in mind swift advances in fabric nanotechnology what we are dealing with is all about 'advanced', 'engineered' and 'specialist' products." Bob Cahill noted that these words sparked positive connotation.
Moving forward Glenn Barlow acknowledges that it has been a long, and sometimes painstaking, journey, but he strongly believes "we have a new name that will address both concerns about our existing name, position us strongly into the future, and help us avoid future concerns about relevancy from particular segments of our membership base. We also think the proposed new name will be accepted by the majority of members."
We have a new name that will address concerns about our existing name and position us strongly into the future
The association's proposed new name will be formally unveiled at member information sessions taking place in each capital city in early February, just as this issue of Connections hits members' desks. "We want members to hear directly from Council of Management on the proposed new name", says Association Manager, Ana Drougas, "and we also want to give members a chance to preview the new visual identity and hear about progress towards industry accreditation and training developments." The locations and dates for all member information sessions are as follows: • Perth — Monday, 6 February 2012 • Brisbane — Tuesday, 7 February 2012 • Sydney — Wednesday, 8 February 2012 • Melbourne — Thursday, 9 February 2012 • Adelaide — Monday, 13 February 2012 The information session will include light refreshments and an opportunity for networking. "Members were mailed their formal invitations advising venue and times in late January," says Ana. "These details are now also posted on the website — www.acaspa.com.au — to enable members to register online. Glenn says "Once the member engagement period has been completed in mid–February, we expect to be able to move quickly to formalise the new name. The issue of our name has preoccupied this — and previous — Council of Management for a long time, so we are all eager to have a new name in place so we can maximise our promotional opportunities in the lead up to our Expo 2012 in May."
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1 French connection Surprise! Association Manager Ana Drougas arrived back home in Melbourne late on Sunday after ACASPA's Young Leaders weekend and was greeted by her husband Nick waving two plane tickets to Paris. Joy mixed with trepidation best sums up Ana's reaction. All she could think of was the office in-tray groaning under the weight of the inevitable 'must do', 'follow up', and 'urgent action' items. Fortunately President Glenn Barlow and co–worker Mina were in on the surprise, and helped smooth the way for Ana's take off.
She had just 1.5 days to unpack and repack, and we can reliably report she and Nick enjoyed a few gulps of bubbly at Tullamarine while completing departure forms, exchanging currency and texting family and friends to rearrange the week's social schedule! And so Ana and Nick Drougas flew off into the sunset and city of romance. The happy occasion: to mark their 20th wedding anniversary. The city sparkled, Ana said. "Christmas decorations adorning streets and shops, colourful festive lights glowing from later afternoon when dusk fell."
Melbourne's spring racing carnival is all about image — and that means glamour and colour. Last year was no exception. One of the many standout displays was The Birdcage which was designed to evoke the glamour of UK's famous Ascot horse race as depicted in the 1964 film Yellow Rolls Royce. The production of the colourful structures relied on speedy service by ACASPA members Innova International and Big Red Shade Products. Chalet structures and internal soft coverings were fashioned from Spanish Sauleda Lisos acrylic fabric and pagoda conicals featured pre–tensioned blockout membrane fabric, both carrying the Serge Ferrari brand name and imported from France
by Innova International within just two weeks of the order. The 1200 metres of material was 100% water and windproof and flame retardant to Australian standards… in other words well equipped for the typical fourseasons-a-day dished up in Melbourne. Designer Christian Wagstaff contracted Clark Shade Sails for the fabrication and installation of exterior awnings and roofing and Big Red Shade products assisted Clark Shade Sails with the steel framework.
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It is not every day that a little girl gets to meet a princess. But Thursday November 24 was extra special for Gabriella Knight, granddaughter of Des Tebb. Crown Princess Mary of Denmark who was in Australia for a few days on official 'green' business visited Pakenham Springs Primary School to mark the opening of the school's stateof-the-art environmental and high technology centre, the Envi Building. Envï is the first energy efficient relocatable classroom. Mary headed the 'State of Green — Join the Future Think Denmark' delegation showcasing sustainable and energy efficient buildings. The royal tour also took
Working for a company with a strong reputation and handily situated within shouting distance of one VIP residence stood Dan Wright of Pattons Textile Fabrication in Kirribilli in good stead. He landed a top job servicing the deck chairs housed at nearby Admiralty House which is frequented by the Governor General and important overseas visitors including heads of state and members of the UK's Royal Family. The work entailed re-covering four chairs on the upstairs balcony, and four on the downstairs deck. "It was a case of replacing the chair covers on some old cane chairs that had been exposed to
in Castlemaine, Parliament House and Docklands. The princess's visit to Pakenham may have been brief but the memory of it will last a lifetime for the 700 children and their parents meeting and greeting the princess with colourful posies and a sea of Danish flags. On her departure Princess Mary shook hands with many students and it was then that brave young toddler Gabreille took a step forward and presented the princess with home grown roses. Meanwhile her grandfather Des, a Collingwood supporter, is in the enviable position of having won an AFL raffle for a $20,000 trip for two to Europe. A question for Des: will he be visting Denmark as part of his 2012 tour de Europe?
the outdoor elements for many years and were looking a little shabby," Dan told Connections. "They were custom covers that were fitted to the chair and featured a bow around the back. The chosen fabric was Sunbrella's natural shade." The job entailed five visits to Admiralty House, and took in a sideline task repairing the swimming pool cover. "All up the job took about three days — it was not too complex at all," Dan said. Unlike the tight security surrounding the residence. Dan and colleagues had to front up to the security gate where they surrendered their drivers' licences to Federal Police when signing in. The custodian of Admiralty House escorted them to and from the work area.
"Security was as tight as you could imagine," said Dan, adding his disappointment at not meeting the Governor General herself. "But we did have a tour of the lower level of the house, including the Governor General's sitting room which happens to be decked out in very regal and elegant fashion — just like the woman of substance herself."
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Worried about toxins in your Southern California school? Check out this opportunity to learn and get involved
Federal, state, and local officials will launch a new intergovernmental pilot project that will identify potential environmental health hazards facing students and staff at schools across Southern California.Read More
Youth Corps student, Annemarie, featured in school newspaper for zero waste efforts
Annemarie, an 8th grade student at American Martyrs and second year Youth Corps student, was featured in her school newspaper for the green work she is doing at her school and parish.Read More
L.A. County Seeks Entries for 2014 Green Leadership Awards
The County of Los Angeles is now accepting applications for the 2014 "Green Leadership Awards" program.Read More
January 2014
Check out the January 2014 newsletter here.Read More
Manhattan Beach recently passed what is being hailed as "the strongest Styrofoam ban in the country," thanks to an assist from eight Manhattan Beach Grades of Green students.Read More
Coloring Book Shows Kids How They Can Make a Difference by Doing "One Simple Thing" a Day
One Simple Thing is an environmental service learning project that was created in San Francisco cafes by public school students to show that you can make a positive difference in your community by doing one simple thing.Read More
Nominate a Green Difference Maker Today!
Know a Green Difference Maker who deserves some recognition?Read More
EPA accepting applications for Environmental Educator Award
Do you know a teacher that goes above and beyond in teaching students the importance of environmental issues?Read More
February 2014
Check out the February 2014 newsletter here.Read More
Youth Corps February 2014 Newsletter
Check out the February 2014 Trash Talk that the Youth Corps Newsletter Committee created, wrote, and designed here.Read More
Washington's Green Custodian Awarded Classified Employee of the Year
Washington Elementary School in Redondo Beach, California was the first runner up in Grades of Green's 2012-13 Trash Free Lunch Challenge.Read More
Check to see if your school qualifies for Farm to School Grant
USDA's Farm to School program promotes increasing the number of schools and districts who source their foods more locally and …Read More
EPA Hosting Video Contest for Middle Schoolers
Are you a middle school student?Read More
Youth Corps Student Speaks at SBCCOG about being Waste Free
Youth Corps student Jane shared her tips on how to live a waste free lifestyle at the January 23rd South Bay Cities Council of Governments Board of Directors meeting with Grades of Green Programs and Outreach Manager, Allie Bussjaeger.Read More
Free Eco-Book Tour Opportunity for Grades of Green Schools
James Mihaley, author of "You Can't Have My Planet But Take My Brother, Please," is offering to host a book reading to any Grades of Green schools that are interested, and all for free!Read More
August 2013
Check out the August 2013 newsletter here.Read More
TA-DA! Introducing the 2013-2014 Youth Corps!
Grades of Green is proud to introduce the 40 students who make up the 2013-2014 Grades of Green Youth Corps.Read More
U.S. Department of Education to Visit Grades of Green's Pilot School, Grand View Elementary
Grades of Green's first school, Grand View Elementary School in Manhattan Beach, California, became so green it won one of the very first Green Ribbon Awards ever given out in 2012.Read More
Grades of Green Presents at Healthy Child Healthy World's Webinar
Grades of Green Co-Founder and Director of Operations Suzanne Kretschmer gave tips about getting toxins out of schools at Healthy Child Healthy World's most recent webinar, "Easy Steps to Healthier Schools."Read More
Grades of Green to Lead Panel on Green Cleaning in Schools at Green Schools National Conference – Register Now!
Grades of Green has been asked to speak on a panel about Green Cleaning Systems that impact student and staff health, attendance, and outcomes at the 2014 Green Schools National Conference!Read More
Subaru Pacific Partners with Grades of Green to "Share the Love" This Winter
Subaru Pacific has chosen Grades of Green to be their local charity for this year's "Share the Love" event!Read More
Participate in Walk to School Day on October 9th
Partnership for a Walkable America has been organizing the annual Walk to School Day since 1997.Read More
Curiosity Quest Goes Green to Feature Grades of Green's Trash-Free Lunch Challenge!
Curiosity Quest Goes Green will be following the progress of 24 Los Angeles area schools as they compete to win Grades of Green's 2013-2014 Trash-Free Lunch Challenge.Read More
Three Youth Corps Members to Present at the Green California Schools Summit
Three Grades of Green Youth Corps members will be presenting at the Green California Schools Summit on November 6th from 3:00-4:00 p.m.Read More
Want to rid your school of styrofoam trays? Check out Max and Reece's "Foam Free Fridays" Video
Two Youth Corps students who happen to be a dynamic brother and sister duo, Max and Reece Riley, implemented Foam Free Fridays at their schools this year.Read More
Grades of Green on Do Good LA
Do Good LA featured Grades of Green on their blog recently including a video on Grades of Green.Read More
Monthly Beach Cleanups at Manhattan Beach Pier
Want to help keep our beaches clean? Join Heal the Bay and American Martyrs Church to host monthly beach cleanups at Manhattan Beach Pier from 10-noon for their monthly beach cleanups.Read More
Youth Corps Student, Alex N., featured on Center for New England Investigative Reporting
One of Grades of Green's returning Youth Corps students, Alex N., has written a fantastic article, "Hubway's Green Incentive," which was published on the Center for New England Investigative Reporting website.Read More
Participate in California's Coastal Cleanup Day September 21st
Saturday, September 21st is California Coastal Cleanup Day, California's largest volunteer event.Read More
Check out Board Member Terry Tamminen's blog on Nuclear Power
Grades of Green Board Member, Terry Tamminen's most recent blog, "Nuclear Power is So 20th Century" explores the current issues related to nuclear power and his thoughts on the decommissioning of the San Onofre nuclear power plant.Read More
Make National Take Your Parents to Lunch Day Trash Free!
On October 16th, KIWI magazine and the School Nutrition Association have partnered to host a day where parents will visit their children's school and have lunch with them in the cafeteria.Read More
Record Number of Schools Participate in 3rd Annual Trash Free Lunch Challenge
A record 24 L.A.-area schools will compete this year in Grades of Green's third annual Trash-Free Lunch Challenge.Read More
Free "Bag It" DVD for Grades of Green Schools
Want to educate your students on the environmental impact of single-use plastics, like bags, bottles, and packaging?Read More
Check out these Tips on Leadership and Speaking
Are you a student who could benefit from leadership or speaking training?Read More
U.S. Department of Education Tours Three Grades of Green Green Ribbon Schools
During the week of September 16th, the U.S. Department of Education visited three Grades of Green schools that all won Green Ribbon Awards in 2012 or 2013.Read More
Grades of Green Now Accepting Fall Internship Applications
Grades of Green is now accepting applications for fall 2013 interns!Read More
Grades of Green Joins Healthy Child Healthy World's #Tips4HealthySchools Twitter Party
Grades of Green participated in their first Twitter Party on September 19th with nonprofit partner Healthy Child Healthy World!Read More
Curiosity Quest Wins Telly Award
Curiosity Quest Goes Green, a Grades of Green program partner headed by Grades of Green Board Member Joel Green, recently won a Telly Award for their video "Kids and Recycling."Read More
Aspen Elementary Wins NWF's Green Flag Award
Grades of Green school, Aspen Elementary, recently won the National Wildlife Federation's Green Flag Award, only the 17th school in the nation to receive this honor!Read More
Charity Matters Blog Features Grades of Green
Charity Matters started as a place to tell stories of everyday non-profit heroes and to give a voice to those without one.Read More
September 2013
Check out the September 2013 newsletter here.Read More
Mark Twain Elementary Creates Video on How to Start a Recycling Program at Your School!
On of Grades of Green's schools has created a great video explaining how to start a school-wide recycling program at your school.Read More
Jane Addams Middle School Touts Launch of Trash-Free Lunch Program
Jane Addams Middle School in Lawndale, California launched their Trash-Free Lunch program this past month as part of their participation in this year's Trash-Free Lunch Challenge.Read More
July 2013
Check out the July 2013 newsletter here.Read More
Safeguard Your Home and Raise Money for Your Schools!
Earth Friendly Products will be partnering with Grades of Green schools to fundraise money for the school's PTA.Read More
2012-2013 A Successful Year for Youth Corps
The Grades of Green Youth Corps had a very successful school year implementing projects to green their schools and communities.Read More
Jack and Kim Johnson's Johnson Ohana Charitable Foundation Supports Grades of Green's Trash-Free Lunch Challenge for 3rd Year
The Johnson Ohana Charitable Foundation, founded by Jack and Kim Johnson to support environmental, art, and music education now and into the future, has stepped up once again to support this year's Trash-Free Lunch Challenge.Read More
Trash Free Lunch "How To" Video
Curious about exactly how to go about packing a trash free lunch?Read More
Start a Plantable Planet Fundraiser Selling 100% Recycled Globe Shaped Planters
Throughout the month of January, Plantable Planet is hosting a fundraiser where students can sell 100% recycled paper made earth globe planters and seeds.Read More
Barsha Wines Invites You to Party for a Good Cause!
Thinking of having a holiday party in the South Bay this year? Let us recommend Barsha Wines!Read More
Oak Park School District taking more steps to go green!
The Oak Park School District, already a leading green district having received the U.S. Department of Education's Green Ribbon award, has recently initiated two new programs to reduce their overall waste.Read More
May 2013
Check out the May 2013 newsletter here.Read More
Looking for green activity ideas for your school as it starts to get back into session?Read More
June 2013
Check out the June 2013 newsletter here.Read More
Opportunity to Reduce Energy Consumption through American's Home Energy Education Challenge
Are you a student, educator, or principal looking for the opportunity to reduce energy consumption at your home or school?Read More
Attention Grades of Green Schools! Apply for the Green Ribbon School Award
If your school has been making strides towards reducing their environmental impact and educating students and staff about sustainability, you should consider applying for the U.S. Department of Education's Green Ribbon School Award.Read More
Calling all Santa Monica Students to Apply to the Youth Corps!
Grades of Green is currently seeking applicants from the City of Santa Monica for our 2014 Youth Corps program.Read More
Apply Now to be on the 2013-2014 Grades of Green Youth Corps!
Grades of Green is currently accepting applications for the 2013-2014 Youth Corps!Read More
Listen to Grades of Green on the Radio
The radio program 5900 Wilshire is spreading Grades of Green to the broader community!Read More
Litter Monster Tackles Lunchtime Trash
If you were at Manhattan Beach Middle School last week, you might have caught a glimpse of the Litter Monster on the prowl.Read More
New Grades of Green video created by student!
Take a look at this awesome video on Grades of Green, which was created by Brittany Gelbach, a student at USC and former Grades of Green intern.Read More
Trash Free Lunch Challenge 2012-2013 Press Coverage
The second Trash Free Lunch Challenge was a huge success as over 7,700 students were educated; the schools saved over $5,000 by reducing the number of trash bag liners used; and on average 119 bags of trash will be diverted from the landfills each day and over 20,000 bags each year thanks to these schools.Read More
Youth Board of Advisors December 2012 Newsletter
Grades of Green's Youth Board of Advisors Newsletter Committee created a December 2012 Newsletter, featuring Advisor Riley written by Advisors Max and Reece, Q and A with Advisor Samantha, and pieces about Los Angeles as an urban heat island by Advisor Abby and Terracyle by Advisor Alex.Read More
TOMS Points to Grades of Green for Change
TOMS wants its customers to think about how they can help the environment, and points to Grades of Green as one starting point.Read More
Check Out Grades of Green's Video Played at VERTE
Grades of Green Youth Corps talk about why it's important to protect the environment and be a part of Grades of Green.Read More
Oak Park Unified School District Nominated for Green Ribbon Schools Program
California State Superintendent Tom Torlakson announced earlier this month thatOak Park Unified School District, which includes five Grades of Green schools, has been selected as the California District Nominee forGreen Ribbon Schools.Read More
Oak Park Unified School District Wins First Ever Green Ribbon District Award
This past Earth Day, the US Department of Education awarded Oak Park Unified School District its first ever Green Ribbon District Award for California.Read More
Youth Corps' Second Trash Talk Newsletter Out
Get ready for the most recent issue of Trash Talk, brought to you by the 2012-2013 Grades of Green Youth Corps Newsletter Committee.Read More
Youth Corps Student Abby Landers Wins Award and other Youth Board Advisors Teach "Trash Free Living" at Manhattan Beach Earth Day Festival
Grades of Green was well represented at the Manhattan Beach Earth Day Festival 2013. First, Youth Corps student Abby Landers received a much-deserved award for her environmental stewardship in the community.Read More
Trash Free Lunch Challenge 2012-2013
The Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County, LAcarGUY, Don Knabe's office and the Johnson Ohana Foundation partnered with Grades of Green for our second annual "Trash Free Lunch Challenge" offered to schools within the Sanitation Districts.Read More
Neat-os Gives Kudos Through Their Blog
One of Grades of Green's incredible partners, Neat-os, recently gave kudos to Grades of Green in their blog for working towards making schools waste free.Read More
VERTE 2013 Raises Awareness and Funds for Grades of Green's Environmental Education Program
Grades of Green's 2013 VERTE event at the stunning Bel Air Bay Club on April 11 was an overwhelming success, raising awareness and funds to expand the program that inspires and empowers students to care for the environment.Read More
Youth Corps Students "Foam Free Fridays" Garners Press Coverage
Grades of Green Youth Corps students, Max and Reece Riley, are acting as catalysts of environmental change once again by kicking off "Foam Free Fridays" at Hermosa View and Hermosa Valley Schools.Read More
VERTE 2013 Press Coverage
Grades of Green's 2013 VERTE event at the stunning Bel Air Bay Club on April 11 was an overwhelming success, raising awareness and funds to expand the program that inspires and empowers students to care for the environment.Read More
Check out the 2013-14 Trash Free Lunch Challenge Press
As the 2013-14 Trash Free Lunch Challenge got under way with 24 schools attending Training Day at the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County at the beginning of October, it has been all the buzz!Read More
Grades of Green Youth Corps at STAR Eco-Station Earth Day Celebration.
The Grades of Green Youth Corps was on hand to man the Grades of Green booth at the STAR Eco-Station Earth Day Celebration.Read More
Grades of Green's Youth Corps Receive Award on behalf of Grades of Green at SAGE Expo
The Grades of Green Youth Corps accepted an award for Environmental Stewardship at the SAGE (Sustainable and Green Environment) Expo during Earth Week, 2013.Read More
Grades of Green' students from John Muir Elementary and SMASH schools speak at Santa Monica City Council meeting
Students from two Grades of Green schools, John Muir Elementary and SMASH, presented at the Santa Monica City Council meeting to talk about the Grades of Green programs they implemented at those schools.Read More
Youth Corps Holds a Holiday Craft-a-Round
Grades of Green Youth Corps students were busy keeping the holidays green as they hosted a table at the Holiday Craft-a-Round in Long Beach in early December.Read More
Youth Corps Student Grace Collects Over 5,600 pounds of E-Waste!
During Earth Month, Grades of Green Youth Corps student, Grace, held her second annual e-waste collection drive at her school.Read More
Native Foods Chooses Grades of Green for December Native Community Days
Native Foods has decided to spotlight Grades of Green for their December Native Community Days!Read More
December 2013
Check out the December 2013 newsletter here.Read More
Check Out Safe Routes to School Policy Workbook to Start a Walk to School Program at your School
Safe Routes to School just came out with a Safe Routes to School Policy Workbook, which is designed to help school board members, administrators, families of students, and community members create and implement policies that support active transportation and Safe Routes to School programs.Read More
Youth Board of Advisors April 2013 Newsletter
Grades of Green's Youth Board of Advisors Newsletter Committee created a April 2013 Newsletter, featuring Advisor Yea-Eun written by Advisors …Read More
Grades of Green featured in Riptide Reader
Manhattan Beach Middle School's own newspaper, Riptide Reader, featured an article on Grades of Green and the new sorting system implemented at MBMS.Read More
KIWI Magazine Buzzes about Grades of Green
Grades of Green is currently being featured in the December/January 2013 KIWI Magazine, a leader in sustainable and healthy living.Read More
Youth Corps Student, Grace Cortese, stars in Cutting our Carbon Intensity Verizon ad!
Grades of Green has always known second term Youth Corps student, Grace Cortese, was a rising green star.Read More
Grades of Green Featured in South Bay Magazine
The November 2012 issue of South Bay Magazine puts Grades of Green in the spotlight once again, emphasizing the success of its programs in energizing youth to protect our planet and care for the environment.Read More
Grades of Green Youth Fight for Styroban
Last fall, fourth-grader Max Riley spoke out at the Hermosa Beach City Council meeting in support of an ordinance banning polystyrene takeout packaging, explaining that even tiny pieces of Styrofoam pollute the beaches and ocean.Read More
Trash Free Lunch Challenge Kicks Off
Sixteen schools began their efforts to reduce lunchtime waste as Grades of Green kicked off of its second Trash Free Lunch Challenge.Read More
Grades of Green Board Advisor Featured in Green Technology News
Green Technology Magazine interviewed Grades of Green Board of Advisor, Kelly Meyer about her passion for school gardensRead More
Grades of Green Youth Corps Students Kick off "Foam Free Fridays" in their Efforts to Reduce Polystyrene
Grades of Green Youth Corps students, Max and Reece Riley, are acting as catalysts of environmental change once again by kicking off "Foam Free Fridays" at Hermosa View and Hermosa Valley Schools.Read More
Waste Management Hands Out Reusable Lunchboxes to First Graders in Manhattan Beach
For the second year in a row, Waste Management is providing first graders in the Manhattan Beach school district with free reusable lunchboxes.Read More
Grades of Green Youth Corps Student, Maddie Barkate, Featured in San Juan Capistrano Patch
Grades of Green Youth Corps student, Maddie Barkate, has been recognized for her work to green her school by the city of San Juan Capistrano.Read More
Calling all Eco Student Writers: EPA is Inviting Students to Write on its Blog!
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched an ecoStudent Blog and is offering the opportunity for students to be the featured writers of the blog!Read More
Grades of Green and Waste Management Partner to Introduce Zero Waste Lunches at Manhattan Beach Middle School
Manhattan Beach Middle School (MBMS) will be working with Grades of Green and Waste Management to reduce their lunchtime waste this school year.Read More
Register for ClimateChangeLIVE webinar to learn about climate change solutions for your school
Interested in reducing climate change at your school? ClimateChangeLive has partnered with the National Wildlife Federation to host a series of free webinars.Read More
Youth Corps Student Featured at Green Schools Summit
Grades of Green Youth Corps student, Lauren Stargardter, was a featured presenter at the recent Green School Summit. Lauren spoke …Read More
Moms Advocating Sustainability and California Environmental Health Initiative Spearhead Pest Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) Opposition
In March 2011, the State of California began preparation of a statewide Pest Environmental Impact Report (PEIR).Read More
Students Dives into Dumpsters to Audit Their Trash at Manhattan Beach Middle School
Students at the Manhattan Beach Middle School (MBMS) got up close and personal with their lunchtime trash.Read More
Youth Corps Student's Natural Resources Video
Have you been wanting to learn more about all the natural resources used to make common household items?Read More
Youth Corps student Helps at Budlong Elementary's Annual Community Recycling Day
Grades of Green Youth Corps student, Kaitlyn Maleman, helped Grades of Green school, Budlong Elementary in Los Angeles, at their first annual Community Recycling Day held by nonprofit Foster and Banks Walk in Faith Foundation.Read More
Grades of Green Receives Outstanding Waste Prevention Award
The California Resource Recovery Association's (CRRA) recently presented its Outstanding Waste Prevention Award to Grades of Green at CRRA's 36th Annual Conference and Trade Show as the organization CRRA believed most successfully implemented a program that prevents the generation of waste.Read More
Calling all Students to Apply Now for the President's Environmental Youth Awards!
Do you know a student who has developed and implemented a project that demonstrates environmental stewardship?Read More
City of Santa Monica Collaborating with Grades of Green to Bring Grades of Green to Santa Monica Schools
Thanks to a grant from the City of Santa Monica, Grades of Green is about to roll out its program …Read More
Youth Corps Student Making it his Mission to Collect Shoes for Soles4Souls
Grades of Green Youth Corps student, Sam Holtze, is making it his mission to collect shoes from numerous races this school year, all of which will be donated to Soles4Souls.Read More
LAcarGUY Recognizes Grades of Green's Trash Free Lunch Program in Environmental Leadership Acceptance Speech
LAcarGUY received some much deserved recognition for its environmental leadership at the Global Green USA Millennium Awards.Read More
Grades of Green presenting at 2012 Green California Schools Summit and Exposition
Want to learn about greening your school? Come join Grades of Green at the 2012 Green California Schools Summit and Exposition at the Pasadena Convention Center on September 27 and 28, 2012.Read More
Grades of Green Kicks Off its Second Annual Trash Free Lunch Challenge – Register Now!
Grades of Green is challenging schools to reduce their total lunchtime waste by encouraging students to pack trash free lunches and sort waste into recycle, compost and landfill bins.Read More
Youth Corps Student "Making a Difference" Every Monday at Her School
Grades of Green's youngest Youth Corps student, Rylee Goldfarb, is bringing "Make a Difference Mondays" to her school, Madison Elementary.Read More
Spork Ban at Several Elementary Schools in Redondo Beach
Redondo Beach elementary schools, Jefferson, Madison and Alta Vista, officially banned "sporks" (the plastic utensil that is a cross between forks and spoons) with the help of Grades of Green.Read More
Key to City Bestowed to Grades of Green and its VERTE Honoree
To celebrate 10 years of environmental service in the City of Manhattan Beach, the City awarded Grades of Green with an honorary "Key to the City."Read More
Assemblymember Betsy Butler Recognizes Grades of Green Youth Corps
Grades of Green announced the members of its 2012-2013 Youth Corps this week and California State Assembly member Betsy Butler took notice.Read More
Redondo Beach City Council Recognizes Schools for Environmental Stewardship
Redondo Beach Elementary Schools have made such a difference in the community that Mayor Gin and the City Council took notice! Mayor Gin recognized and thanked Jefferson Elementary, Coast Christian Elementary, Madison Elementary, Lincoln Elementary and Alta Vista Elementary publicly at the Redondo Beach City Council Meeting on June 5, 2012.Read More
Grades of Green Youth Corps Students Speak at the Green School Summit and Exposition
Grades of Green Youth Corps students, Lilly Spangler and Sophia Fine Turcot, presented at the Green School Summit and Exposition on October 27, 2012.Read More
Grand View Elementary Receives Green Ribbon Award
Grand View Elementary's principal, Rhonda Steinberg, and Manhattan Beach Unified School District's Superintendent Dr. Mike Mathews, accepted Grand View's Green Ribbon Award from the Department of Education on June 4, 2012 in Washington D.C.Read More
Hermosa Beach Students Show Residents Why Litter-Free Is The Way To Be
Why is it important to be litter-free? Just ask any of the 350 students who participated in the Grades of Green Hermosa Beach Anti-Litter Art Contest. Grades of Green partnered with Republic Services and the City of Hermosa Beach to spread the idea that a litter-free lifestyle positively impacts our environment.Read More