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  Where & When
  Emerald Resort
  35 Scudder Avenue
  Hyannis, MA 02601
  July 29 – 31, 2024

   

  About the Conference

  Educators from across Massachusetts will come together for three days of engaging and fun energy education training with the National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project. The conference is fully sponsored, including lodging, and offered at no cost to educators. The conference provides you with the most up-to-date information on all aspects of energy. You will receive the training and materials to implement innovative hands-on energy units in your classrooms, multi-disciplinary teams, and after-school programs. We will provide extra night for those driving more than 90 miles to the conference.

   

  Who Should Attend?

  •          Educators interested in energy!

  •          K-12 Teachers

  •          Science and STEM Teachers

  •          AP Environmental Science Teachers

  •          CTE Teachers

  •          Out of School Time Program Leaders

  •          Student Advocacy Organization Leaders

   

  What Do Participants Receive?

  •          Massachusetts standards aligned curriculum

  •          Choice of NEED Kit

  •          Stipend

  •          PDP Certificate

  •          PRIZES

  •          Graduate Credit

  •          A great opportunity to learn with fellow    educators in an engaging and fun way

• ·                  The chance to network with energy professionals to learn more about energy careers and the energy landscape in Massachusetts.

 

 

Questions

If you have questions or need assistance, please email Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org  or call 1-800-875-5029.

 

AGENDA
July 29, 2024

11:00 a.m.       Registration and Energy Challenge Activities

11:30 a.m.       Lunch and Welcome

12:30 p.m.       Introductions and MA Energy Efficiency Bingo

1:15 p.m.         Science of Energy

2:45 p.m.         Energy Roundup

3:15 p.m.         Energy Source Break Out Sessions

·        Onshore and Offshore Wind

·        Exploring Solar

4:15 p.m.         Energy Source Breakout Sessions (Swap)

5:15 p.m.         Q&A and NEED Internet Resources

5:45 p.m.         Dinner and Presentation

 

July 30, 2024

7:30 a.m.         Breakfast

8:30 a.m.         Science of Electricity

9:30 a.m.         The Electric Grid – Reliably Smart

10:00 a.m.       Massachusetts Electric Connections

10:30 a.m.       Baseload Balance

11:15 a.m.       Electric Vehicles

12:00 p.m.      Lunch

12:45 p.m.      Energy Storage – Expanding Capacity

1:15 p.m.         Gather up and get ready to roll

1:30 p.m.         Let’s Take a Field

4:45 p.m.         Reception and Energy Carnival

5:30 p.m.         Dinner

 

July 31, 2024

7:30 a.m.         Breakfast

8:15 a.m.         Exploring Energy Efficiency and Conservation

·        Energy systems in a building

·        New technologies

8:45 a.m.         The Energy House Challenge

10:15 a.m.       Greenhouse gases, climate & energy

11:15 a.m.       Energy Efficiency Career Round Up

11:45 a.m.       Lunch and Speaker

1:00 p.m.         Creating & Facilitating School Energy Teams

1:20 p.m.         Synthesizing the Conference

1:45 p.m.         What’s Next?   Q&A, Post-Assessment, Final Evaluation

2:15 p.m.         Adjourn

Applications for the Massachusetts Policy Fellowship are Open!

 

Applications for the Massachusetts Policy Fellowship are now open! Are you interested in growing as an educator and professional? Do you want to have a voice in the decisions impacting your profession? Consider applying today for this year long, paid teacher leadership opportunity! Feel free to share this opportunity and nominate educators you think might be interested! What is the Massachusetts Policy Fellowship? The Massachusetts Policy Fellowship is a highly selective leadership opportunity for outstanding teachers looking to deepen your knowledge of education policy and gain a voice in decisions that affect your students and the teaching profession. The fellowship is open to teachers in the Greater Boston area and to teachers across Massachusetts. ·        Fellows receive training through expert-led modules and direct engagement with experts in education policy and key decision makers. No prior policy experience required.  ·        Fellows expand their influence without leaving the classroom. ·        Fellows stay focused on their classroom and minimize disruptions to their instruction by using a blended learning approach with a combination of monthly virtual and live meetings held after school, or during the weekend.  ·        Fellows receive a $1,500 stipend for their commitment. Qualifications: Teach Plus seeks a cohort of teachers who reflect the cultural and geographic diversity of Massachusetts. Apply to the policy fellowship if you:​ ·        Are a current teacher of record (ECE-Grade 12) with at least two full years of teaching experience by August 2024. ·        Have a track record of success teaching students in traditional public or charter schools in Massachusetts. ·        Are ready to dedicate your time and energy to learning about policy and advocating on behalf of changes that impact your students — while continuing to teach full time. ·        Have a passion for sharing the diverse perspectives and experiences of students and teachers with policy makers.   Applications are due on May 27, 2024.         For more information, please contact Kimberly Nguyen at knguyen@teachplus.org.

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