Litter and dumpsite prevention
through education.  

​Environmental education can be overwhelming for any learner. Allegheny CleanWays strives to ensure that our discussion of environmental impacts of illegal dumping and littering on the environment does not leave students feeling hopeless and unable to act/make changes. Instead we focus our efforts on activities and lessons that lead to lifelong behavior and attitude changes about the environment.

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​Youth-Created Lesson Plans

These lessons were written by youth participating in the Student Conservation Association’s Fall 2024 youth program under instruction by our Education Coordinator, Lauren Pearman. Students were tasked with writing their own environmental lesson plans on a topic they were passionate and knowledgeable about. Plans are designed for 3rd-5th graders and are 20-30 minutes long.

• Crystals and Gems in PA​
• Mammals of Pittsburgh Parks *Video
• Visualizing River Pollution *Video
• Saving Sea Life
• Types of Soil
• *Bonus Video on Litter

​Eco Scouts

An educational program to empower Allegheny County residents with the skills to tackle waste management. Starting in 2025, it includes workshops, badges for achievements, and community projects to reduce litter and illegal dumping.

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