K–12 Student Energy Resources Overview
The Sponsors of Energize Connecticut are dedicated to ensuring K-12 students have access to energy efficiency education through fun, engaging learning opportunities. One of the ways we engage schools in Connecticut is through eesmarts, one of the leading energy efficiency education programs in the nation. K-12 students participating in eesmarts learn about energy efficiency, conservation, and renewable energy.
The vision of the eesmarts program is to facilitate students’ understanding of the science, math, and technology related to clean, renewable energy and electricity to create an energy-efficient ethic among all school-age students in Connecticut.
Through its K–12 curriculum, eesmarts helps educators and schools teach the importance of becoming energy smart by providing free professional development in-class lessons, and outreach on energy, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and electricity.
The eesmarts curriculum fully aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and Common Core Standards for Math and English Language Arts.
K–12 Energy Resource Program Details ➞
Learn about all aspects of the eesmarts program, including professional development workshops, lesson plans, student outreach, the Connecticut Science Fair, and our annual contest.
eesmarts Professional Development Workshops
Professional development workshops are provided free-of-charge to educators across the state of Connecticut for grades kindergarten through high school.
Both district and general workshops are offered. Upon completion of an eesmarts workshop, teachers can request lesson materials for their classes at no cost.
Workshops are interactive and cross-disciplinary, providing educators with NGSS three-dimensional learning through activities and hands-on explorations, just as their students will perform in their classrooms. Workshops are presented by the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC).
eesmarts Lesson Plans
eesmarts lessons are fully aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and Common Core Standards for Math and English Language Arts.
Each lesson features a detailed lesson plan with live links, materials for classrooms, hands-on activities, extensions, and evaluation tools. Lessons are flexible, interdisciplinary and the program fits seamlessly into any class curriculum.
For information regarding specific workshops and lesson materials, please call toll free 877-514-2594.
Student Outreach
To engage energy efficiency messages at the student level, eesmarts offers in-class lessons on energy conservation, energy efficiency and how to be energy smart.
In-class lessons are currently available for Connecticut elementary schools (public and private) with a focus on schools in distressed municipalities.
Connecticut Science Fair
eesmarts is an annual sponsor of the Sustainable Resources and Practices (Middle School), Future Sustainability (High School) and the Alternative/Renewable Energy categories at the Connecticut Science Fair.
Projects considered for these categories aim to find practical solutions to our world’s problems by identifying specific ways that individuals and communities can utilize sustainable processes, products, and technologies to help protect the environment for future generations.
Prizes are awarded for first, second and third place projects.
Call 877-514-2594 for more information.
This contest is over for 2022 please stay tuned for the 2023 contest.
The annual eesmarts contest invites students to answer grade level-specific prompts regarding how they would promote energy efficiency, renewable energy and reducing their carbon footprints to their families, fellow students, and schools.
Students express their energy smarts through a variety of formats, including poems, news articles, posters, speeches, images, and community-based projects. All contest prompts align with the Connecticut State Frameworks in science, mathematics, and writing.
Participants receive recognition for their submissions and winners will be honored at a special awards ceremony.
All contest prompts align with Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core Standards for Math and English Language Arts. Winners will be honored at a special virtual awards ceremony in June.
Eligibility
The contest is open to all Connecticut students in kindergarten through grade 12. All contest entries must include a completed and signed eesmarts Student Contest Consent & Entry Form.
Teachers who have used and evaluated the eesmarts lesson materials are especially encouraged to have their students participate, though this is not a requirement.
Judging
Judges will consider factual and scientific accuracy, originality, clarity of thought, readability, persuasiveness, creativity and appearance. Entries depicting violence or content of an inappropriate nature will be disqualified.
Prizes
For Kindergarten through Grade 12 (at each grade level)
- First Prize: $200 Amazon gift card
- Second Prize: $100 Amazon gift card
- Third Prize: $50 Amazon gift card
Length & Format
Kindergarten through Grade 2— Posters must be 8.5" by 11" in size. They may be created in any medium (crayons, watercolors, markers, pastels, etc.). Entries for grades K–2 can be submitted online (preferred) or mailed to:
eesmarts contest
c/o CREC, attn: Susan Long/CRG
111 Charter Oak Ave
Hartford, CT 06106.
Grades 3 through 8—Word limits for written entries in each grade level are specified in the grade level prompt (below). Entries must be typed and submitted online.
Grades 9 through 11—All project plans must be between 4 and 6 pages in length – you can include graphs, diagrams, budget tables and references only if they support your plan. Entries must be typed and submitted online. Submissions must include the 2022 Grades 9-11 Student Contest Project Cover Sheet.
Grade 12—Video formats must be compatible with Windows Media Player. Entries must be submitted as a Word document or a PDF. Grade 12 videos can be shared via Google Docs to eesmarts@EnergizeCT.com or mailed to: eesmarts contest, c/o CREC, attn: Susan Long/CRG, 111 Charter Oak Ave, Hartford, CT 06106.
Due Date
This contest is over for 2022, please stay tuned for 2023 contest details.
Additional resources:
- Educator Pamphlet
- eesmarts STUDENT CONTEST CONSENT & ENTRY FORM - English
- eesmarts STUDENT CONTEST CONSENT & ENTRY FORM - Spanish
- Parent Cover Letter for Consent Form – English
- Parent Cover Letter for Consent Form - Spanish
For more information, call 877-514-2594, or email eesmarts@EnergizeCT.com.
Contest Submission Information
Where to send/submit entries. Online submissions are preferred.
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Note: Eversource and UI reserve the right to reproduce any entry, in whole or in part, or display entries as a public exhibit. Students are not eligible if a parent or guardian serves as a judge for the contest.
Timeline
This contest is over for 2022, please stay tuned for 2023 details.
- Contest is announced and online submission of entries opens.
- Entries must be received or submitted online by 11:59 pm.
- The virtual awards ceremony is posted online. Please check back here to view the awards ceremony and winners.
Entries will not be returned.
Labeling Requirements
Each entry should have the following information typed or neatly printed at the top, left-hand corner of each page (or on the back of poster entries for Kindergarten, Grade 1 and Grade 2).
- Student Name
- Grade
- School
- Town/City
- Educator’s Name
- Educator’s Email Address
- School Telephone
Entries without correct labeling will NOT be considered. For grades K-2 please send a completed contest registration form (the last page of the Educator Pamphlet) with each set of entries. You may use one registration form for multiple classes, but please use a second form to separate entries from different grades. For grades 3-12 please complete the online submission form. Be sure to include the information requested above on each entry.
All contest entries must include a completed eesmarts Student Contest Consent & Entry Form.
Grades K–5 Prompts
KINDERGARTEN, GRADE 1 & GRADE 2—Saving Energy Poster Contest
Design a poster that shows how you can save energy around the house or at school. Be creative and show your eesmarts in saving energy (e.g., turning off lights, using ENERGY STAR® appliances and LED lights, unplugging electronics when they are not in use).
GRADE 3—Narrative
Write a short story (250 words or less) about saving energy at home or school by recycling; think reduce, reuse, recycle. Explain what your main character is doing to conserve Earth’s limited resources by recycling.
GRADE 4—Letter to Principal
Write a letter (250 words or less) to the principal explaining the importance of saving energy at school. Your letter should include facts about energy, energy efficiency, and specific ideas how energy can be conserved. Remember to use a strong lead and supporting detail for your letter.
GRADE 5—Book Review
Write a book review (250 words or less) for The Lorax by Dr. Seuss or Just a Dream by Chris Van Allsburg that includes:
- What is the book about?
- What is the book’s theme or message?
- Your understanding and opinion about the book.
- How does this book help children to understand the importance of conserving our natural resources and conserving energy?
Note: If your school library does not have a copy of these books, teachers, please email eesmarts@energizect.com to request one book at no charge.
Grades 6–8 Prompts
GRADE 6—Persuasive Speech
Write a persuasive speech (300 words or less) to the Connecticut Energy and Technology Committee about how our State can become more energy efficient. Include your recommendations for energy conservation, energy-efficient technologies and clean, renewable energy sources. Make sure to consider both sides of the argument (e.g., clean energy is good for the environment; but, it often costs more than fossil fuels).
GRADE 7—Persuasive Poem or Cartoon
Write a short poem (125 words) or draw a cartoon strip (8-12 cells) on energy conservation, an alternate energy source, or environmental concern. Use your poem or cartoon to try to convince the public that your opinion is scientifically valid.
GRADE 8—Script for a Public Service Announcement
Prepare a public service announcement (30 seconds) explaining what weatherization means and why it’s important at home. Make sure the information is accurate and that the message is clear and persuasive.
Winning announcements may be used as a component of the advertising campaign for Energize Connecticut programs.
High School: Grades 9-12 Prompts
HIGH SCHOOL GRADES 9–11—Community Based Project
Create a plan for a project that will help to address energy-related issues in your community. The plan should focus on energy conservation behaviors. The plan must include background information, data (e.g., projected energy savings and monetary savings), a draft timeline and an estimated project budget to be completed in one year’s time.
Plans will be evaluated on feasibility, detail and impact, use of energy-saving technologies, cost-effectiveness, and scalability. For projects to be implemented at your school or a town building be sure to work with the facilities personnel, administration, etc. Entries must be submitted online and include the 2022 Grades 9–11 Student Contest Project Cover Sheet.
Project can be an individual or group of 3 members or less. First Place winners will be awarded funding up to $1,200 toward implementation of their project.
HIGH SCHOOL GRADE 12 – Persuasive Image
Produce a “Persuasive Image” in words, pictures, or video that advocates for an energy topic. Write a short poem (125 words), draw a cartoon strip (12 cells or less), or make a video (:30 seconds) on energy conservation, an alternate energy source, or environmental concern. Picture yourself meeting with a friend whose attitude on the issue you wish to change to match your opinion.
Entries will be evaluated based on scientific validity and concise and convincing imagery.
Every word counts: remember that a picture is worth a thousand words. Video formats must be compatible with Windows® Media Player. Entries may be shared via Google Docs to eesmarts@EnergizeCT.com or mailed to:
eesmarts Contest
c/o Capitol Region Education Council
attn: Susan Long/CRG
111 Charter Oak Ave
Hartford, CT 06106
eesmarts lessons fully align with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core Standards (CSS) for Math & English Language Arts.
Each eesmarts lesson features materials* for students, hands-on activities, detailed teacher lesson plans, extensions and evaluation tools. The lessons are flexible and interdisciplinary and they fit seamlessly into any class curriculum.
eesmarts can deliver an eesmarts lesson right in your classroom. Working with an eesmarts Educational Consultant, you can select which eesmarts lesson aligns with your lesson plans and is most appropriate for your students. A certified educator will present the eesmarts lesson, which always includes a hands-on activity for maximum student engagement.
Lessons are available in four grade bands:
- Grades K–2
- Grades 3–5
- Middle School
- High School
Contact eesmarts
* Educators who have attended a workshop, can access curriculum and other materials, at Schoology, a learning management system that is separate from eesmarts. Using your Schoology teacher account and the Schoology access code provided at the eesmarts workshop, teachers can view, download, or print curriculum and other resources. Only teachers who have attended a workshop can download materials.
Lessons for Grades K–2
Kindergarten
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Grade 2
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Lessons for Grades 3–5
Grade 3
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Grade 5
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Middle School Lessons
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High School Lessons
Adventures in Solar Energy
The Adventures in Solar Energy curriculum is designed to instruct students about the sun and earth; how solar energy technologies work; how they compare to other sources of heat and electrical energy; and how they can be used. Students will explore concepts and technologies that will help them decide if they want to use solar energy in their future home or consider a "green career" in the field of solar energy.
The curriculum begins with an introduction to the basics of solar energy and includes in-depth chapters on the following:
Introduction: Sunlight and Energy
- Exploring the Relationship Between the Sun and Earth
- Collecting And Using Solar Thermal Energy
- Solar Photovoltaics: Sunlight to Electricity
- Putting Solar Energy to Work
The curriculum contains teacher pages which contain overview elements, guiding information, answer keys, and instructions and suggestions for carrying out all of the explorations. Explorations include two “What do you think? What do you know?” pages which can be used as pre/post tests to assess student learning, With the exception of Chapter Three (Solar Photovoltaic: Sunlight to Electricity), any chapter or lesson may be used independently of the others. Presenting a complete chapter will enhance the depth of learning.
Lessons are structured to help differentiate among student abilities. High performing students can conduct explorations with minimal direction or supervision. The curriculum provides additional tools designed to help guide all students through the lessons so they can discover at their pace, leading to learning successes.
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The COVID-19 Pandemic revealed how critically important it is for educators to have resources to support student learning at home. Now more than ever, it is essential for educators to provide students with high-quality lessons and activities that will engage and inspire students. The Energize Connecticut utility sponsors are assisting educators by providing virtual mini-lessons to use with our eesmarts curriculum or to supplement existing district curriculum.
These free virtual mini-lessons for upper elementary, middle school and high school students can easily be incorporated in distance learning plans. Developed by eesmarts educators, eesmarts virtual mini-lessons are subsets of eesmarts’ Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)aligned curriculum.
eesmarts Grade 3 - High Schools Virtual Mini-Lessons
- Short—mini lessons range from 15-20 minutes each
- Flexible—related videos, activities, or books or assignments to extend lessons
- Self-contained—complete lessons from start to finish
- Asynchronous—can be complete independently by students
eesmarts Grade 3 - High Schools Virtual Mini-Lessons plans include
- Video presentation developed and presented by eesmarts educators
- Curated resources include a list of links of books, videos, and optional assignments
- Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) linkages
- Teacher recommendations for quick lesson prep
- Technology tips for distance learning success
- Energy Education links
Connecticut – Educators—View the free virtual mini-lessons descriptions below and request your plans today.
Upper Elementary Grades 3–5
Grade 3
It’s Shocking! - Virtual Static Stations
Virtual Static Stations introduce static electricity with a video of a girl whose hair is standing on end and explore five static electricity stations. Students complete a cause and effect statement about the static stations they have just explored.
Magnet Stations - New!
Magnetism Stations introduces students to the science of magnets. Students watch a video of magnetic tricks and then they are guided through five stations involving magnetism in a variety of uses. Students complete a cause and effect statement about the five stations.
Grade 4
Insulators and Conductors
Viewing an energy ball in use, students will predict what makes it light up. Students determine if certain materials allow electric current to flow through (a conductor) and light a bulb or if they stop electric current (an insulator).
Reflection and Absorption of Light - New!
Students begin by looking at a picture of someone walking on the white lines of a street and then analyze the temperature data collected from an absorption of light energy experiment and graph the data as evidence for completing a “What I See”/”What It Means” (WIS/WIM) organizer.
Grade 5
Phantom and Wasted Energy
A video will introduce students to phantom power and show where it lurks. Students will observe an activity and analyze data comparing light bulbs and the heat they produce as wasted energy. Optionally, students complete a home survey of energy savings actions.
Apparent Brightness and Relative Distance - New!
Students watch an activity exploring the relative distance of stars using balls and the apparent brightness of stars using flashlights. Using their observations students complete a Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) model answering the question: why does the sun appear to be the largest star in the sky?
Middle School – Grades 6–8
Middle School
Energy Roller Coaster
As students view a video of a roller coaster in action, they consider potential and kinetic forms of energy. Students explore the concept of energy transformation through an activity with a pendulum and they will interpret a graphical display of data collected.
Capturing Solar Energy
Students explore what happens when heat-producing light shines on objects. Students view demonstrations of absorption and reflection, The Greenhouse Phenomenon, thermal mass, and insulation.
Water Cycle
Students try to answer the question, “Is the sun a pump?” Students review a solar still model and are challenged to create their own model at home.
Photosynthesis - New!
Students examine a model of atomic composition and the chemical equation for photosynthesis. They view a video of photosynthesis as seen from space and see evidence collected in an investigation to support that oxygen is produced as a product of photosynthesis.
Wind Energy - New!
In Wind Energy, the cause of wind is discussed and students view brief examples of the use of wind power and windmills/turbines. The energy transformations that take place in the production of electricity are described, as is the basic working of a wind turbine. Finally, students observe an investigation testing blade design.
The Cost of Light - New!
In this lesson, students discuss the usage for a wide range of available light bulbs. They explore the heat generated by two different bulbs in a data table and the cost of light (including bulb cost as well as energy cost) for different bulbs.
High School – Grades 9–12
Solar Lesson Activities #1–#3 - New!
The Effect of Color on Light Energy
In Solar Lesson Activity #1, students learn how to measure and quantify the light energy absorbed by different color objects and relate this finding to similar situations. They observe how an exploration was performed to collect data. Students then learn how to analyze that data, calculate British Thermal Units (BTU’s), and then look at how this information is useful.
Varying Angle of Incidence While Measuring Photovoltaic Cell Power Output
In Solar Lesson Activity #2, students learn how to measure the light energy converted to electrical energy via a photovoltaic cell as the angle of incidence of the incident light varies from 0° to 90° and apply these findings to solar electricity installation. They observe how an exploration was performed to collect data. They observe how the data was collected and, using the dataset, learn how to analyze the data and calculate wattage.
The Effect of Shading or Screening on the Photovoltaic (PV) Conversion of Solar Energy to Electrical Energy
In Solar Lesson Activity #3, students measure and quantify the light energy converted to electrical energy via a photovoltaic cell (PV) as various shading/color media are inserted between the light source and the PV cell and as various screening is inserted between the light source and the PV cell. They observe how the data was collected and using the dataset, learn how to analyze the data and calculate wattage.
Resources are free to Connecticut educators. To request access to lessons and resources click here. You will receive a PDF lesson plan that contains all the links and guidance that you need to provide your students with a standards-aligned, engaging energy lesson that can be completed via distance learning.
Contact us via email at eesmarts@EnergizeCT.com for more information.
Explore the properties of static electricity, identify phantom power or capture solar energy. Six virtual mini-lessons, which are subsets of the full eesmarts lessons that educators use across Connecticut, have been developed. These lessons are now available for parents and children to explore at home. eesmarts virtual mini-lessons are aligned in Connecticut with Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core Standards for Math & English Language Arts.
Each eesmarts virtual mini-lesson provides parents and children an overview of a topic, a lesson presentation video with optional activity, and links to videos, books or resources for further exploration.
Mini-lessons can be completed in about 20 minutes and are structured in an easy to follow format that guides the student every step of the way. We recommend that you:
- Review what your child will see and learn in the overview
- View the lesson video together to learn together
- Download and complete an activity worksheet that asks your child to reflect and review what they have just experienced
- Go deeper by selecting and completing any or all the extension activities
Choose any of the following lessons and get started exploring today!
Grade 3
- It’s Shocking! - Virtual Static Stations (English)
- It's Shocking! - Virtual Static Stations (Spanish)
Grade 4
- Insulators and Conductors (English)
- Insulators and Conductors (Spanish)
Grade 5
- Phantom and Wasted Energy (English)
- Phantom and Wasted Energy (Spanish)
Middle School
- Energy Roller Coaster (English)
- Energy Roller Coaster (Spanish)
Middle School
- Capturing Solar Energy (English)
- Capturing Solar Energy (Spanish)
Middle School
- Water Cycle (English)
- Water Cycle (Spanish)
Energy Savings Challenge
Do you want to become more energy efficient and save energy and money as a family?
With your children, explore the newsletter, conduct a home energy survey and take a family pledge to save energy. Each newsletter contains five energy savings actions that families can implement at home and school to save energy every day.
Did you know there are phantoms in your home?
Not the ghosts you see in movies and during Halloween, but energy phantoms. Are there phantoms haunting your house? This eesmarts newsletter will teach children where to look for phantom power and how they can vanquish the phantoms.
- Phantom Power Newsletter (English)
- Phantom Power Newsletter (Spanish)
Have you ever heard the expression, “A penny saved is a penny earned?”
The less energy you use, the more money you get to keep.
This eesmarts newsletter will teach children that using energy-efficient products and taking energy-saving actions can help your family save money.
- Saving Energy Makes Cents Newsletter (English)
- Saving Energy Makes Cents Newsletter (Spanish)
Do you know what the difference is between “energy efficiency” and “energy conservation”?
They both result in energy savings but do so in different ways.
In this eesmarts newsletter children learn about different light bulbs, lumens and how to save energy around your home.
- Bright Ideas Newsletter (English)
- Bright Ideas Newsletter (Spanish)
How many energy-saving actions do you take around your home?
Take our survey to see where you can improve.
- Student and Parent Energy Saving Survey (English)
- Student and Parent Energy Saving Survey (Spanish)
Take a pledge to save energy.
Print and post your family’s pledge on the refrigerator or bulletin board so you can be reminded to save energy!
- Energy-Savings Pledge (English)
- Energy-Savings Pledge (Spanish)
For more ways to save energy at home visit EnergizeCT.com.
Energy Education Resource Links:
Explore these great websites for information, games, activities on energy, safety and conservation.
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The eesmarts program provides professional development workshops free-of-charge to educators across the state of Connecticut for grades Kindergarten through high school. Workshops are led by the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC).
Workshops are interactive and cross-disciplinary, providing educators with Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core Standards for Math and English Language Arts, three-dimensional learning through activities and hands-on explorations–just as their students will perform in their classrooms.
General eesmarts workshops are offered periodically throughout the year and at the annual Summer Institute in July. Please come back to view a list of the upcoming eesmarts workshops and to register. Please note that eesmarts workshops are open to Connecticut educators only, and there are a limited number of seats available for each workshop. Registrations are accepted in the order in which they are received.
Professional development is available at the district and school level. Talk to an eesmarts Education Consultant and let us develop a custom, no cost workshop designed for your district’s unique needs and schedule.
Benefits of an eesmarts Professional Development Workshop include:
- Receive free training, curriculum, and classroom materials*
- Gain confidence and practice using the Next Generation Science Standards three-dimensional teaching model
- Increase your knowledge and skills for teaching your students about energy and energy conservation
- Access eesmarts Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core Standards for Math & English Language Arts aligned lessons.
* Educators who have attended a workshop, can access curriculum and other materials, at Schoology, a learning management system that is separate from eesmarts. Using your Schoology teacher account and the Schoology access code provided at the eesmarts workshop, teachers can view, download, or print curriculum and other resources. Only teachers who have attended a workshop can download materials. Visit Schoology.
For more information on eesmarts Professional Development Workshops—please call 877-514-2594.
The vision of eesmarts is to facilitate students' understanding of the science, math and technology related to clean, renewable energy, electricity, and conservation. At no-cost to teachers or districts, eesmarts provides standards-aligned curriculum, professional development, and materials to simplify lesson implementation and develop confidence to teach eesmarts energy lessons.
eesmarts is proud to introduce the eesmarts District Trainer initiative, which will empower teachers, build district capacity, and aid in the adoption and delivery of standards-aligned lessons. The eesmarts District Trainer initiative provides an opportunity for teachers, coaches, or department heads to become experts in the eesmarts energy curriculum and prepares them to deliver eesmarts training to colleagues in their schools and districts.
eesmarts District Trainer virtual professional development is provided at no-cost to teachers or districts. Additionally, eesmarts provides awards to cover the cost of attending the virtual training and materials for workshop delivery. After training is complete, eesmarts District Trainers agree to deliver a professional development workshop to their colleagues in 2021. Enrollment and award information is detailed below.
Cohort 1
eesmarts District Trainer - Cohort 1 will focus on delivering Grades 3–5 eesmarts lessons
- Attend all mandatory eesmarts District Trainer Virtual Workshops.
- Wednesday, April 28th 12–3—Mandatory
- Wednesday, May 5th 12–3—Mandatory
- Friday, May 14th 9–12—Optional (1-1 mentoring)
- Schedule at least one PD in my district between May 2021 and June 2022 with an enrollment of at least 5 teachers.
- Provide eesmarts a roster of workshop attendees.
- Complete a brief post-workshop survey after my district workshop presentation.
Awards
eesmarts District Trainer Award
$500 (per school) to defray the cost of substitutes to attend virtual training and materials to prepare for workshop delivery. Award will be paid in two, equal installments as follows:
At the conclusion of the 2nd mandatory workshop.
At the completion of your district workshop presentation and final survey.
Teacher Awards
The first 10 Teachers who attend an in-district PD delivered by eesmarts District Trainer and complete a workshop evaluation survey will receive a $100 award to purchase materials for lesson implementation and classroom supplies.
The maximum award per school, per year, is $1000.
Teachers may attend the same PD multiple times but will receive an award only the first time they attend the workshop.
Cohort 2
eesmarts District Trainer - Cohort 2 will focus on delivering Grades 6–8 eesmarts lessons
- Enrollment—May 15, 2021–July 31, 2021
- Workshops dates to be announced May 15, 2021
- Deliver PD in your district - November 2021–June 2022
Why become an eesmarts District Trainer?
Perhaps you attended an eesmarts workshop, encouraged your students to enter the eesmarts Annual Student Contest, or invited an eesmarts educator for an in-class/virtual lesson presentation. You have first-hand knowledge of the value of the eesmarts program and the impact that energy education will have on your students as future energy consumers. Now you can become part of a team that will bring energy education resources and training to your own school or district. As an eesmarts District Trainer, you will be the point-person for delivering the eesmarts energy curriculum to your colleagues in your school or district. An eesmarts District Trainer will enjoy the following benefits:
- Receive free, online curriculum and materials for your classroom.
- Increase content knowledge on energy and energy conservation topics.
- Learn strategies and ideas to deliver effective, engaging PD in-person and virtually.
- Receive presentation slide decks, handouts, videos, etc. needed to deliver district PD.
- Practice presentations in small groups with eesmarts consultants.
- Request on-demand support from eesmarts consultants prior to training.
- Get financial awards for materials for your school at enrollment and delivery of PD.
- Become part of an environmental education professional learning community.
- Champion eesmarts’ energy conservation ethics in your students, colleagues and district.
To apply for Cohort 1, download the eesmarts District Trainer Registration Form and email the completed form to eesmarts@EnergizeCT.com by April 21, 2021. Enrollment is limited to 25 teachers per cohort.
For additional information, call toll free 877-514-2594 or contact us via email at eesmarts@EnergizeCT.com.
Ask us how eesmarts can help your students learn more about energy, an NGSS Disciplinary Core Concept, and help them develop their critical thinking skills to make wise future energy choices.
For additional Information or to request one of the following no cost services:
Professional Development Workshop for your school or district
Customized to your school’s grade, and PD schedule
In-class lessons
Interactive, hands-on presented by a certified teacher right in your classroom
School or community engagement support
Activity booth for Family Science Nights, Earth Day, STEM Fairs, etc.
