Spire Energy Efficiency Workshop for Educators

Join us in this interactive, virtual workshop to learn all about energy. Explore the science behind energy through hands-on, interactive activities and classroom lessons using common household items. The materials are designed to align with Missouri Learning Standards. Build understanding and knowledge of the role that energy has in our daily lives. Explore connections between energy and sustainability, and how you can use energy to teach about human impact on the environment.

WORKSHOP DATES: Please note that all workshops occur over 2 days.

• June 8-9; 9:00-11:30 am daily
• July 27-28; 9:00-11:30 am daily
• August 10-11; 9:00-11:30 am daily

Educators must attend both days to qualify for stipend.

WORKSHOP TOPICS WILL INCLUDE:

• Background information about energy topics including forms and sources
• Discussion of energy efficiency and conservation
• Connections between energy, electricity, and natural gas
• Renewable energy sources and solutions

PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:

• Energy science toolkit to be mailed to educators

• Digital copies of all lessons and activities

• Stipend*

Must live or work within Spire Service Territory to qualify for stipend and energy toolkit.

QUESTIONS?

Contact Maggie McCoy at mmccoy@mobot.org or 314-577-0281.

FAQS

Who should attend? Educators from formal or informal setting with an interest in learning more about teaching energy topics including efficiency, renewable energy sources and sustainability. Activities covered throughout the two days are aligned to support meeting Missouri state standards and designed to be scaled to a variety of grade levels.

Is this workshop going to be one big lecture? Absolutely not! We've come up with several activities to get participants moving and interacting with each other and their environment. We'll showcase some creative ways you can engage with students either in the classroom or virtually with energy lessons.

Will I need anything to participate? Our activities are designed to be flexible and if supplies are needed they will be supplies found in most homes or included in your energy kit. There will be no required supplies so if you don't have something - don't worry you can still participate!

When will I receive my energy kit? If you register at least 4 weeks before your workshop, you will receive your energy kit before the workshop. This will allow you to use the materials during the hands-on activities. If you register less than 4 weeks before the workshop, delivery of materials by the workshop date is not guaranteed.

I attended last year, should I attend again? YES! We would love to have you back - you can share your experiences teaching about energy with the lessons, help others learn more and more. We will also be introducing new lessons and discussion topics to help you continue to build your skills as an energy efficiency educator.

How do I know if I qualify for a stipend? To find out if your school qualifies visit: https://psc.mo.gov/UtilityLocator.aspx. If you live or work in a community that Spire serves, you qualify.