Adopt-a-Worm Classroom Composting Program
Red wiggler worms are looking for new homes in preschool through 6th grade classrooms in Kitsap County! These worms are more than just classroom pets-- they are super garbage eaters and science teachers. Middle & high school classrooms can also receive worm composting materials; complete the application below.
How to Adopt
Step 1: Is your classroom a good worm home?
Learn whether worm adoption is right for you! Share the 
requirements for adopting worms with your students so they can help make an informed adoption decision.
Step 2: Submit an adoption application
Applications for the 2016-2017 school year are closed. Please check back in September!
If you have a summer educational program that meets regularly and has at least 10 students, please email cnewman@co.kitsap.wa.us to request a worm bin.
Step 3: Schedule lesson & prepare
Once your application has been received, program staff will contact you to schedule your adoption day. In the meantime, students should prepare for adoption day by talking about a plan for feeding the worms.
Step 4: Adoption day!
On adoption day, students will have explore the question, "How do worms help us recycle?" through a hands-on investigation and short video. They will also receive an adoption certificate and other materials. Thursdays or Fridays, minimum 45 minutes.
If you cannot keep a worm bin for an extended period, a limited number of worm bins are available for short-term loan! Does not include an educational lesson.
