Have a used computer or printer that you no longer need?

The Austin Independent School District will help you dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way, all while helping to put money back into our public schools.

In honor of Earth Day, Austin ISD is teaming up with ARC and Electronic Recycling and Trading (ERT) to collect, dispose of and recycle unwanted computers, laptops, monitors, cell phones and fax machines. Participating schools in the district will host outdoor drop-off stations Saturday, April 20, during which time members of the community may leave their unwanted electronics with adult and student volunteers.

“This program will not only help our community by reducing the amount of waste that goes into landfills, it will serve as an educational opportunity for our parent and student volunteers on the importance of being good stewards of the environment,” said Anita Anderson, procurement specialist for the district who is helping to organize the event.

ERT certifies that 100 percent of all materials collected will be recycled and not end up in a landfill. Because all electronics will be recycled, schools participating in the drop-off stations can earn a profit.

"ARC is excited to partner with ERT and AISD on this event. As a trusted provider of technology solutions and services for close to 30 years, we understand the importance of proper recycling of all electronic equipment,” said Ryan Grant, President of ARC. “Recycling and serving the community are at the core of our company, so we're delighted to work with AISD on this effort.”

Drop-off stations will be open April 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participating schools are:

Barton Hills Elementary School, 2108 Barton Hills Dr.

Bryker Woods Elementary School, 3309 Kerbey Lane

Cunningham Elementary, 2200 Berkeley Ave.

Gullett Elementary School, 6310 Treadwell Blvd.

Summitt Elementary School, 12207 Brigadoon Lane

Reilly Elementary School, 405 Denson Drive 

Kealing Middle School, 1607 Pennsylvania Ave.

Small Middle School, 4801 Monterey Oaks Blvd.

Gorzycki Middle School, 7412 West Slaughter Lane

Akins High School, 10701 S 1st St.

Eastside Memorial High School, 1012 Arthur Stiles Road 

Travis High School, 1211 E Oltorf St.