FREE MODEL SOLAR CAR WORKSHOP FOR GRADES 5 to 8 EDUCATORS

FREE MODEL SOLAR CAR WORKSHOP FOR GRADES 5 to 8 EDUCATORS
Come learn about the Junior Solar Sprint (JSS) Model Solar Electric Car Program. Give kids a hands-on opportunity to learn about environmental issues, photovoltaics, engineering design process, physical science, craftsmanship and more through this highly engaging activity. Junior Solar Sprint is great for a technology education, science or upper elementary (grades 5 & 6) classroom; after school; home school, or youth group.

THERE ARE 2 MODEL SOLAR ELECTRIC CAR WORKSHOPS FOR EDUCATORS IN CONNECTICUT:
1. New Britain: Thursday 3.19.09 at Slade Middle School 4:00 to 7:00pm
2. Norwalk: Wednesday 3.25.09 at Norwalk Town Hall 4:00 to 7:00pm

At the workshop, you receive:
· An introduction, tips and strategies for teaching and leading a Junior Solar Sprint program for kids.
· A Junior Solar Sprint curriculum and resource packet with a chance to try lessons, plus additional renewable energy curricula and certificate and patch programs for kids addressing topics such as climate change, solar energy and wind energy.
· A free battery-operated car kit from Pitsco and an opportunity to try building a car with support.
· A letter of attendance for your professional development requirements.
· A chance to network with other educators involved in JSS, and to meet your area event coordinator and Championship coordinator.
· A chance at door prizes including a JSS official solar panel from Pitsco.
· A pizza dinner
To register (required), visit the NESEA website www.NESEA.org, click on K-12 Education and download a form, OR just email or FAX us your name, address, email, phone, school/organization and grade. Be sure to note the date & location of the workshop. FAX: (413) 774-6053 or EMAIL: sreyes@nesea.org