Group of Socioenvironmental Practices Colégio Estadual Antônio Quirino Visconde de Mauá, Resende RJ Composting the organic residues from the school kitchen
Above, the cylindrical composter made with wire mesh 1m high and 1m in diameter. Started 4 months ago, it has already received more than 259 kg of organic waste, raw vegetables (average of 3 kg per day).	The perforated pipe allows hot air generated by the activity of microorganisms to escape over the top, drawing in fresh air from outside and creating a circulation of air through the material that accelerates decomposition.
Below, removing the grass straw that covers the waste to the sides, close to the screen, forming a little wall around a recessed 'nest' in the center.	The day's waste is deposited in the center of the cylinder. On this day, October 18, 2022, 4.8 kg of organic waste were introduced.
Above, the waste is deposited in the central area of the cylinder.	Now, just cover the fresh waste with a new layer of dry material.
Below, the compost with the fresh residues covered and ready to receive the next day's waste.	In just over 500 cubic liters, more than 250 kg of waste that will become fertilizer for gardens and gardens.
School composting includes weighing the waste and recording the amounts introduced daily, bringing a technical dimension that will allow for various research on the activity.