Educators
Even teachers need guidance. If you are a new Chapter adviser and are seeking some helpful resources, then take a moment to check out this page. You will find bundles of information and answers to all your questions. Take a special look at our new "Share your lesson plan" forum. This is a blog in which any teacher can input their creative and unique ideas for inspirational lesson plans. If you can not find the answers you are looking for, please feel free to e-mail your questions to helpcenter@greenclubsofamerica.com
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Teacher Resources
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Curriculum Resources
U.S Department of Energy- Find lesson plans, curriculum, and educational materials in energy education to help teach students. This link focuses on energy efficiency and renewable energy for both K-12 and higher education.
EnergyTeachers.org- Another tool for teachers to network with others in sharing lesson plan ideas and other project ideas.
Northwest Sustainable Energy Association- Alternate energy activities listed by grade level to help plan lessons.
Energy Quest Room- Fun interactive website that contains renewable energy resources including lesson plans, workshops and printable activities.
Federal Resources for Energy Education- Website produced by federal government agencies that is full of helpful links and resources.
Center for Energy- Energy Education- Great lesson plans and energy information to help teachers improve lesson plans. Also includes career highlights helpful for students.
Career Development
Career Information- Occupational Outlook Handbook-Research accurate statistics and information that deals with many career fields and occupations.
Live Career- Use this free website that has free career interest tests, and find more information about "green jobs."
Grants
N-Visioning a Brighter Future Grant Program-This grant is awarded to schools that exhibit creativity in science, technology and mathematics education of middle and high school students. Five schools total (middle and high) will be awarded $1,000 each for any creative project dealing with energy, mathematics, technology or science. The project must be completed during the 2008-2009 school year.
Dominion Educational Partnership-This grant is awarded to schools that exhibit creativity in science, technology and mathematics education of middle and high school students. Five schools total (middle and high) will be awarded $1,000 each for any creative project dealing with energy, mathematics, technology or science. The project must be completed during the 2008-2009 school year.
Environmental Protection Agency Grant Program-In the area of k-12 education, Dominion accepts grant applications, up to $10,000, to encourage the development of new programs to strengthen math and science education through the study of energy or the environment. The Dominion Foundation awarded $317,000 to 60 schools and educational organizations in eight states for the 2008-09 school year.
Share Your Lesson Plan
Have you ever needed a little extra help or inspiration for a new lesson plan? Well here is a great tool for all you teachers! Type or paste your lesson plan in the message box below and share your ideas with hundreds of others. Don't be shy, be the first to post your techniques or tips on how to lead students in the path to success.