Adopt-a-Drain K-12
Community science and service learning program for educators
Adopt-a-Drain K-12 supports the Adopt-a-Drain program. The program invites residents to adopt a storm drain in their neighborhood and keep it clear of leaves, trash, and debris to reduce water pollution and prevent flooding.
Any teacher in any state can adopt a storm drain with their classroom and use the free online resources. In certain cities, we have funding for supplemental Classroom Kits to help K-12 educators flexibly integrate this program into their curriculum, school, and community.
Teach students to protect local waterways
Keep these pollutants out of streets and storm drains
Leaves, grass, and dirt contain phosphorus, which feeds the algae that turn lakes green. Keep them off streets and sidewalks.
Salt is harmful to waterways and aquatic life. Just one teaspoon pollutes five gallons of water forever. Sweep up leftover salt and reuse it.
Trash clogs drains and pipes, causing flooding. Put it in the garbage.
Dog poop carries harmful bacteria and phosphorus. Pick up after your pet!
Sweep up! Rake up! Pick up!
Community action in schools
Adopt-a-Drain online. Individuals, community groups, and schools can sign up to adopt a storm drain at adopt-a-drain.org.
Keep the storm drain clear. Use a broom or rake to sweep leaves, trash, and debris off the drain surface as often as you are able.
Collect data. Enter the amount of debris you collect into your online account so we can track results.
Lead by example. Keep an eye on your drain and tell others how they can help prevent water pollution too.
Our program sponsors
Cities, watershed districts, and other entities are providing funding for teachers to receive supplemental resources in certain areas.
