Under the R2E – Recycling 2 Education initiative, The Notebook Project was successfully conducted at Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan, Mehta Vidyalaya, Mandi House from 18 August to 23 August. The drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from students across the school and marked the second successful edition of the initiative at the campus.
The Notebook Project was reintroduced after receiving overwhelming feedback from students, parents, and the school community during its first edition. Encouraged by its positive impact, the school and R2E team once again came together to strengthen the values of sustainability, responsibility, and environmental awareness among students.
During the drive, students actively participated in collecting, sorting, and managing paper scrap, including used notebooks, registers, and other recyclable paper materials. The initiative went beyond being a simple paper scrap exchange drive. It served as an experiential learning platform, helping students understand the importance of waste segregation, recycling, and mindful consumption.
One of the key highlights of the drive was the exchange of paper scrap for new writing aids, which acted as a strong motivator for students. This reward-based learning approach encouraged wider participation and reinforced the idea that waste, when managed responsibly, can be transformed into valuable resources.
The impact of the drive was clearly visible as students demonstrated increased awareness and ownership towards waste management practices. Many students expressed pride in contributing to an initiative that supports both environmental sustainability and education.
The R2E – Recycling 2 Education Program received promising feedback from the student community and school management, appreciating the initiative for instilling eco-conscious habits at an early age. The success of the second drive further reaffirmed the school’s commitment to nurturing responsible citizens who care for the environment while supporting educational access.
The Notebook Project at Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan stands as a meaningful example of how schools can actively contribute to sustainability while empowering students through simple yet impactful actions.