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Real-time air monitoring at the Transportation Yard! (Placeholder until El Vista's monitor is installed)
Upcoming Events
Campus Projects!
Campus Recycling - Pickup Tuesday and Thursday by 4th, 5th, and 6th grade volunteers.
Science Club - students investigate what is the most pervasive waste on campus, compared to 2- 6 years ago.
Energy Team - students investigate what is the most pervasive waste on campus, compared to 2 - 6 years ago.
Science Club⚡🌎🌞🐟🦋
El Vista's Science Club students shared their Salmon Project discoveries and connection with campus recycling during the City of Modesto's Earth Day Event at Graceada Park!
Students made informational poster boards taught communities members ranging from 3 years old to elderly that:
Fish and marine animals get sick from eating plastic waste.
When we eat fish, we might also consume plastics.
Beverage and consumer products companies are big plastic producers in oceans.
Common plastic polluters include single-use bags, bottles, and other household products.
Students suggested eco-friendly alternatives like laundry soap sheets, shampoo bars, and compostable bags.
These alternatives help reduce plastic waste and save space.
Join our Science Club to learn about our community and create solutions for a healthier planet!
Science Club students sharing their project with community members at City of Modesto's Earth Day Event!
Teacher Coordinator
In March 2023, the Board approved "Sustainability Teacher Champions" funding at all 34 school sites to establish and lead environmental initiatives. At El Vista Elementary, Suzanna Tornberg took on the challenge in addition to her other roles on campus. Sustainability Leads will form environmental clubs and guide students through projects focusing on: energy conservation, waste reduction, and air monitoring.
Contact: Suzanna Tornberg
💡Energy Conservation
A full-time Energy Education Specialist contracted through Cenergistic monitors El Vista's utility bills and conducts in-person audits to verify HVAC run times and proper lighting usage. The specialist also helps optimize systems to ensure they run efficiently.
Cenergistic provides ongoing training and support, including student engagement opportunities such as "Energy Audits" and "Utility Bill Review." Visit the District Energy Conservation page to learn more!
If you would like more information about this program, contact the Director of Sustainability, Gilbert Blue Feather Rosas, at Rosas.G@mcs4kids.com.
MCS ENERGY STAR® School 2023
Modesto City Schools participates in the EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Certification Program. School sites are evaluated and receive a score ranking. A minimum score of 75 means that school is in the top 25% of comparable buildings. In 2023, El Vista Elementary received a score of 88.
District-Wide Sustainability