Solano County Schoolyard Cleanups

Do you want your students to participate in Coastal Cleanup Day but can't get them out on a field trip to a beach or local waterway? Do you want them to understand that they can be environmental stewards in their own school and neighborhood? Interested in a real world data collection and problem-solving experience that takes place right on school grounds and supports your Next Generation Science Standards? Host a Schoolyard Cleanup in the month of September to accomplish all of these goals! See below for all the resources you need, including no-cost supply orders and pre and post cleanup curriculum.

This text is taken from California Coastal Commission's Schoolyard cleanups website: https://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/schoolyard/

Who can lead the cleanup?

• Any person affiliated with your school! Teachers, administrators, staff, club presidents, and other volunteers are all welcome to lead the cleanup.

When should I hold my cleanup?

• Solano RCD is promoting Schoolyard Cleanups in the month of September in conjunction with Coastal Cleanup Day. For year-round cleanups, see the California Coastal Commission website.

When will I receive my supplies?

• Please submit supply orders through the link above by August 31st, 2026 to ensure supply delivery for your September cleanup. A representative from Solano RCD will deliver the supplies to your school before your cleanup date. 

How do I get my students excited?

• The California Coastal Commission offers resources for educators to get students involved before and after the cleanups. Click the links below to find cleanup curriculum resources. 

Have more questions? Reach out to Robyn.Slater@SolanoRCD.org for more information.