Thursday, April 7, 2011

Build a Model Solar Car

Join staff from Northeast Sustainable Energy Association on Thursday, April 7 from 4:00-7:00pm at Union Street School for a spirited ride in solar education, free!


Build a Model Solar Car Educator Workshop: The Junior Solar Sprint Experience

Free workshop hosted by NESEA in collaboration with The Nature Museum of Grafton, VT. on Thursday, April 7 from 4:00-7:00pm at Union Street School in Springfield, VT.

The Junior Solar Sprint workshop is designed to prepare teachers and non-formal educators in leading middle school kids through Junior Solar Sprint, a highly engaging and successful program where kids design, build and compete with model solar electric cars. Your young engineers will deepen their understanding about solar energy, math, physical science and craftsmanship. Teams can enter their cars in local design and race competitions with top winners invited to NESEA's annual northeast championship. At the workshop you will receive:

* A basic parts model solar car kit donated by Pitsco and hands-on building practice
* JSS educator resources including lesson plans and area event information
* A chance at door prizes including a model car solar panel
* Professional development points/credits for hours attending workshop

Light refreshments will be provided. Please bring a bag dinner if you feel you need it.

Registration is required. To register, click HERE and download a registration form.
Email completed form to agrindrod@nesea.org or fax to 413-774-6053.
Questions, call Education Director, Arianna Grindrod @ 413-774-6051 x 21
or Science Educator/Workshop Presenter, Susan Reyes @ 413-774-6051 x27.

Want to take a test drive on the JSS experience? Click HERE to learn more about JSS. Check out the video too!

Junior Solar Spring is coordinated by the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA)and is sponsored by the U.S. Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP).


Admission: Free

Event Website: www.nesea.org

Location: Union Street School, Springfield, VT

Directions: 43 Union Street, Springfield, VT

If lost en route call the school at: 802-885-5155

Contact Information: Arianna Grindrod, Education Director, (413) 774-6051 x21, agrindrod@nesea.org

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