New Haven Clean Energy Educator Workshop

Date

10/2/19 9:00am to 4:00pm

Location

122 Universal Dr. North
Energize CT Center
North Haven, CT 06473
United States

Description

New Haven Clean Energy Educator Workshop is a FREE full-day professional development training for educators, made possible by Arconic Foundationand CE in partnership with the Energize CT Center. This inquiry-based, hands-on science and engineering training program offers a review of the science, technology, and classroom applications of clean energy applicable for all grade bands.

About Arconic Foundation

About CE: CE is a national clean energy, career connected education program from Bonneville Environmental Foundation. Together with schools, educators and industry, we strive to build a clean energy future to ensure that our communities and the environment are thriving and resilient. We work to expand access to opportunities for all students regardless of their geography, gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. CE is funded by corporations, regional utilities, and philanthropic organizations. To date, our funders have impacted more than 150,000 students nationwide through CE programming. For more information, visit www.cebrightfutures.org

 

 

What topics will be covered during this training?

The topics covered will include: NGSS-aligned materials focusing on energy & energy transformations, solar circuitry, the fundamentals of wind energy and turbine engineering, and solar cars.

What grade levels will this training focus on?

We are in the process of working with districts to determine the grade level focus. We will update this when we have come to a decision.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact CE with any questions or for more information. CE Program Manager, Jonathan Strunin, can be reached at 503-553-3949 or via email at jstrunin@b-e-f.org.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

CE allows for the transfer of tickets, however, please let us know the name and email address of the participant, as we will need to gather some preliminary data to help inform our workshop!

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No. We will have a registration table set up with a sign in sheet.

Is this training free for teachers/educators?

Yes, this is a fully funded training opportunity for New Haven Region educators. This workshop is made possible by Arconic Foundation and CE.

Is lunch provided?

Yes. Please let us know any dietary restrictions!

Will I receive any classroom materials/equipment?

Yes! Teachers who attend this workshop will gain access to durable science kit materials aligned with the hands-on activities covered in the workshop.