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Students are constantly hearing about global warming, the limits of fossil fuel supplies, and the low-pollution of renewable resources such as wind and solar. They are also aware of the new gr... " MORE

Students are constantly hearing about global warming, the limits of fossil fuel supplies, and the low-pollution of renewable resources such as wind and solar. They are also aware of the new green jobs programs at our regional colleges. What is the fuss about? What does it mean for them? These are the questions some hands on activities can help answer!

With a sun tracker and a basic photovoltaic kit our students can understand how solar panels work and why their placement isn't random. With a wind power kit the students will be able to create their own mini-experiments that show the relationship between number and angle of blades or wind speed with energy output. With an introduction of MythBusters Energy Conservation and simple energy conversion kit, I can get the students hooked into the concept. Many of our students are already very interested in tinkering with motors and 'electrical stuff' and are oriented to the vocational pathways. As the alternative energy and green job markets grow I want to make sure the students have a sound grounding in the science and the possibilities!

Your thoughtful donation will provide our students with an opportunity to relate basic science concepts with global and local challenges. They will get the hands-on and inquiry experiences necessary for successful problem solving and college preparation in green jobs.

My students need 6 Science resources, including an Energy Conversion Kit, a MythBusters: Energy Conservation DVD and a Suntracker. The cost of this proposal is $1,011, which includes shipping for any materials requested and fulfillment ."