Education (K-12 Schools, Colleges, Universities, Training Centers)
Secure Electronics Recycling for Schools & Universities in Greater Boston
Educational institutions handle large volumes of technology — and even larger volumes of sensitive data.
From student records and staff information to research data and financial systems, proper electronics recycling must prioritize data security, compliance, and documentation.
At Techcycle Solutions, we provide secure electronics recycling and NIST 800-88 compliant data destruction services for K-12 schools, colleges, universities, and training centers throughout Waltham and the Greater Boston area.
Common Equipment We Recycle for Schools
Educational institutions typically cycle technology on a regular refresh schedule. We commonly collect:
Student laptops & Chromebooks
Desktop computers
Smartboards
Classroom monitors
Servers
Network switches
IT lab equipment
Printers & copiers
AV equipment
Our electronics recycling pickup service in Greater Boston is structured to minimize disruption during the school year.
Protecting Student & Staff Data (NIST 800-88 Compliant)
Schools are responsible for safeguarding:
Student academic records
Personal identifying information (PII)
Staff HR data
Financial records
Research data
Improper disposal of school electronics can create major liability risks.
We follow NIST 800-88 media sanitization standards and provide:
Serialized hard drive tracking
Certified data wiping
Hard drive shredding
Certificate of Destruction
Documented chain-of-custody
If you're evaluating destruction methods, read our guide on hard drive shredding vs. data wiping.
What a Typical School Pickup Looks Like
We understand that school environments require coordination and planning.
Our process typically includes:
Scheduling via phone or email
Confirmation and reminder email
Arrival in a branded vehicle
Professional staff in company apparel
Signed pickup receipt
Post-service Certificate of Destruction
For larger IT take-outs or lab decommissions, service time depends on:
Quantity of equipment
Building access
Elevator/loading dock availability
Organization of materials
For more details, see what to expect during an electronics recycling pickup.
IT Asset Disposition for Educational Institutions
For larger universities and institutions, we provide structured IT asset disposition (ITAD) services including:
Serialized inventory reporting
Asset tracking
Compliance documentation
Secure transport
This helps schools meet internal policies, state requirements, and audit standards.
Serving Schools in Waltham & Greater Boston
Techcycle Solutions works with:
Public school districts
Private schools
Charter schools
Colleges & universities
Continuing education centers
Based in Waltham, MA, we serve schools throughout the Greater Boston area with secure, compliant electronics recycling and data destruction services.
If your school is upgrading devices, refreshing IT labs, or decommissioning servers, we can help.
