West Windsor-Plainsboro Schools Certified By Sustainable Jersey

WEST WINDSOR TOWNSHIP, NJ — Four schools in the West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District have achieved bronze status from Sustainable Jersey for Schools for 2019, Sustainable Jersey for Schools announced on Monday.

West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North, Community Middle School, Maurice Hawk Elementary School and Town Center Elementary School were among the 108 schools statewide that were certified through the voluntary program for schools that serve pre-K through 12th grades.

Each school that is certified at the bronze level must submit documentation to show it has completed a balanced portfolio of the program’s sustainability actions, attaining a minimum of 150 points. Certification at the more advanced silver level requires a minimum of 350 points of sustainability actions.

“I commend the teachers, administrators, staff, parents and students for their hard work and dedication—it’s truly paying off,” Sustainable Jersey Executive Director Randall Solomon said. “The 2019 schools that have achieved Sustainable Jersey for Schools certification are leading the way to a more sustainable New Jersey. I’ve seen time and again, when schools and our young people are given direction and support, they’re powerful catalysts for change. Becoming certified with Sustainable Jersey for Schools is a significant achievement.”

Currently, a total of 872 schools and 337 school districts are participating in the Sustainable Jersey for Schools program overall. To date, 5,079 sustainability actions were completed by schools and districts participating in the Sustainable Jersey for Schools program — from performing energy audits and boosting recycling efforts to integrating sustainability into student learning and promoting student and staff wellness.

“Sustainable schools provide a healthy environment, conserve resources and improve the well-being of the community,” New Jersey School Boards Association Executive Director Dr. Lawrence S. Feinsod said. “Attaining certification is a significant accomplishment that reflects the leadership of the boards of education and their superintendents, as well as the contributions of principals, teachers, education support professionals and parents in this effort.” On Oct. 22, 2019, the certified schools and their districts will be celebrated at a reception held during NJSBA Workshop 2019 in Atlantic City.

For the full list of schools that achieved Sustainable Jersey status this year, visit sustainablejerseyschools.com.