Boettcher community service in action
Spend a Saturday learning how Boulder’s Zero Waste system works, sorting books for reuse and recycling, and reconnecting with the Boettcher community.
Event date
SaturdayOctober 24, 2026
One summit. Every generation of the Boettcher community.
The day at a glance
This year’s Service Summit pairs practical learning with meaningful work. The Boettcher community will gather with Eco-Cycle in Boulder to examine how local recycling systems keep materials in use, hear Colorado perspectives on environmental stewardship, and put that learning into action through a book-sorting service project.
The day moves from conversation to facility tours to hands-on service, then closes with drinks and lunch in Boulder. It is a chance to understand the system behind everyday choices, make a concrete contribution together, and spend unhurried time with Scholars, alumni, families, and community partners.
Learn together
K.J. McCorry will moderate a panel with Suzanne “Zan” Jones, Jonathan Asher, and Matt Nuñez about Colorado climate preparedness, Zero Waste, outdoor recreation, and local action.
Meet the confirmed speakersSee the system
Tour the Boulder County Recycling Center, Eco-Cycle CHaRM, and Resource Central’s Materials Reuse facility to see how materials move through Boulder’s Zero Waste system.
Explore the program sitesPut care to work
Book sorting is the centerpiece of the Summit’s hands-on service. Working side by side, participants will help Eco-Cycle evaluate books for reuse or recycling and keep valuable materials in circulation.
Learn how Eco-Cycle handles booksStay connected
After the service project, continue the conversation over drinks and lunch with Scholars, alumni, families, guests, and partners.
A family-friendly gathering
Alumni, current Scholars, families, guests, and invited partners are welcome. Be sure to register everyone in your party so we can prepare badges, meals, and an accessible experience.
Jovie professionals will provide childcare and bring activities for children. Tell us during registration and add each child’s age group. The event team will follow up about timing and which portions of the day are appropriate for children.
Why we gather
The Summit connects systems-level learning with a concrete act of service: sorting books so Eco-Cycle can determine what can be reused and what should be recycled.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Complete one registration for yourself and everyone attending with you.