Including a watershed model presentation with bonus games by Blue Scholars Initiative. Benefiting mental and physical health by being outside, connecting with nature and peers. An active hands-on learning experience concerning the negative impact of plastic pollution and the importance of a healthy ocean. Adaptable for all education levels, making it inclusive for a wide range of students. Collecting scientific data via app ‘Clean Swell’ through the Ocean Conservancy. For up to 25-35 elementary or middle school students.

Creating art that represent scenes, habitats, and animals from our ocean A creative art workshop using ocean plastics collected from past cleanups for Clean MB’s Art Project, “The Plastic Aquarium” Learning about the beauty and power of repurposing trash into art. Educating about the harmful effects of plastic on our wildlife.

Ensuring students stay engaged and continue to contribute to environmental initiatives. Fostering a long-term commitment to environmental stewardship. Encouraging ongoing participation to reinforce the positive impact of cleanups The presentation deck and interactive Kahoot game can be delivered in-school or virtually.

Empowering participants to reduce plastic waste. Encouraging sustainable habits and practices. Fostering community engagement in environmental conservation. Inspiring action through personal pledges and shared knowledge. Promoting positive change in participants’ habits and attitudes towards waste reduction.