Every college has its own unique way of implementing RecycleMania. Schools can choose to participate at their own pace based on their goals for the program and the resources available. The following checklist is intended to help program coordinators plan their involvement.

1. Register Campus
   All schools must complete the two-stage registration process as the first step to receiving official program announcements and updates.
2. Review Tournament Rules
   Become familiar with competition categories and requirements for tracking and reporting data.
3. Complete Certification
   First time campus coordinators should complete this brief certification test to ensure familiarity with participation rules.
4. Review Campus Profile
   Every school that registers is assigned its own unique Campus Profile page listing its participation details and updated school-specific results.
5. Determine Population
   All colleges will need to provide or confirm the student and staff population from which most competition results are calculated.
6. Determine Data Tracking System
7. Promotional Strategy
   How will you promote RecycleMania to your campus? This section provides guidance on how to frame your message, plan activities and more.
8. Promotional Resources
   There are free resources available to help promote RecycleMania, from free posters to downloadable logo files and grants.
9. Report Weight Data
   Beginning January 30 and continuing each week through the end of March, schools will login to their account to report trash and recycling weight numbers.