Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Can Jam!




Congratulations from the St. Marys EarthKeepers! Habitat for Humanity's ReStore's Second Annual Earth Day Can Jam was, once again, a resounding success. Can Jam is an aluminum can recycling contest held between local schools to promote environmental stewardship and awareness.


“Our thanks to ReStore, the schools, the teachers and, above all, the many students who participated in Can Jam again this year.” said St. Marys EarthKeepers Chair, Alex Kearns. “The children of Camden County continue to serve as an inspiration for us all.”


This year the following schools participated: Crooked River Elementary K-Kids, David L. Rainer Elementary, Mamie Lou Gross Elementary, Mary Lee Clark Elementary, Matilda Harris Elementary, St. Marys Elementary, and Woodbine Elementary. Woodbine Elementary School is also a year round can collector for Habitat for Humanity. Each school competed for the title of “Can Jam Champion” by collecting the most bags of cans beginning on March 22nd and ending on April 22 (Earth Day).


St. Marys Elementary School has been awarded the title of “Can Jam Champion” with Mary Lee Clark Elementary following in a very close second place.


Pictured: Gale Lizana, SMES teacher and St. Marys EarthKeepers Board member proudly displays the Can Jam award.