Number of Participants: 1000
Hours Donated: 1
Value of Time Served: $34,790
Event Type: Environment
Activity: Club
Date: April 23, 2026
Location:
Helen B. Duffield Elementary School
1st Street, Ronkonkoma
NY
About:
The students and staff at Helen B. Duffield Elementary School in the Connetquot Central School District successfully completed the NexTrex recycling challenge. They had 12 months to collect 1,000 pounds of soft film plastics and packaging, helping to reduce waste and promote environmental responsibility.
In just three months, they exceeded their goal by collecting 1,008 pounds. As a result, the school was awarded a composite bench made entirely from recycled materials. The bench will be placed in Helen B. Duffield’s courtyard for students and staff to enjoy.
Photo caption: Helen B. Duffield Elementary students sit on the bench they received as a reward for completing the NexTrex recycling challenge.
Photo courtesy of Connetquot Central School District
