Quick Launch Guide

Here are the 8 steps to launch you Cafeteria Ranger Program

STEP 1: WATCH the video, “Cafeteria Ranger CrashCourse”

• Learn how the Cafeteria Ranger system works

STEP 2: ENGAGE Key Players

• Pitch the program to your Principal, Custodians, Kitchen Staff, and School Aides
• Share the “Cafeteria Ranger CrashCourse” video

STEP 3: OBSERVE and Collect Data

• Collect “before data” that is simple or detailed
• Take time to observe your cafeteria in action

STEP 4: CHOOSE a date for the LAUNCH DAY

• Make an announcement
• Send out introduction letters to teachers and parents

STEP 5: SCHEDULE the Cafeteria Ranger classes

• Review how the rotational system works
• Print out the Sign-up Sheets and Yearlong Schedule Template

STEP 6: PREP Communications and Supplies

• Print signs and badges
• Order the gloves
• Watch the video “How to Assemble the SORT2SAVE signs“

STEP 7: TRAINING for Ranger Classes – students and teachers

• Show the SORT2save cheer! (6 minutes)
• Teach Job Descriptions and Gratitude (20-40 min. lesson)

STEP 8: Set-ups and Operations

• Watch the video, “Sorting Station Set-up Samples“
• Set-up your Sorting Station(s)
• Review the Daily Operations

CONGRATULATIONS! You are ready to launch your

A few important reminders:

• Remind all key players of the new cafeteria procedures.
• Ask your principal or vice principal to make an announcement in each of the cafeteria lunch periods on Launch Day.
• Take photos so you can create a poster with “before” and “after” images.
• MAKE IT FUN!!!