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SUMMARY:2026 Louisiana Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Lafayette\, LA
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location\nApril 14\, 2026\nDoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette\n1521 West Pinhook Road\nLafayette\, Louisiana 70503 \nWho Should Attend?\n• 6th – 12th grade science teachers\n• CTE Teachers \nFor The Attendees:\n• FREE to attend\, thanks to Energy Office support!\n• Breakfast and Lunch Provided\n• Substitute Reimbursement\n• Science of Energy Kit delivered post-workshop\n• Teaching tips and creative ideas\n• Louisiana standards aligned curriculum \nQuestions:\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029 \nAgenda \n8:00 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast \n8:30 a.m. Welcome & Expectations with a fun introductory game! \n9:00 a.m. Science of Energy \n10:30 a.m. Candy Collector & Forms to Sources \n11:00 a.m. Electric Connections & Louisiana’s Electrical Picture \n11:45 p.m. Lunch and Speaker \n12:45 p.m. Nuclear Energy 101\n Candy Chemistry \n1:30 p.m. Incorporating Energy Outside the Science Classroom\nShowcasing pieces from NEED’s curriculum suite that can be used outside the science classroom to teach energy. \n1:45 p.m. Energy Careers Roundup\nThis activity is a good way to introduce some careers available in the energy industry. \n2:15 p.m. Climate Web Activity\nThis activity helps to visualize climate as a system with many items feeding into it and relying on its function. \n2:45 p.m. Exploring NEED Curriculum Packet and Website \n3:00 p.m. Wrap up paperwork\n• Evaluation & Post-test \n3:30 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-louisiana-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-lafayette-la/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette\, 1521 W Pinhook Road\, Lafayette\, LA\, 70503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
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SUMMARY:NEED at NSTA National Conference in Anaheim
DESCRIPTION:NEED is exhibiting and presenting 3 hands-on sessions at the 2026 NSTA Anaheim Conference happening April 15-18th.\nStop by the NEED booth #1377 and join us for a session!\nHands-On with the Science of Energy: Forms\, Flows & Fun\nDate: Thursday\, April 16\nTime: 8:00 AM\nRoom: 155\, North Building\n\nMaking Waves and Catching Wind: Offshore Wind & Marine Hydrokinetics in STEM\nDate: Thursday\, April 16\nTime: 2:20 PM\nRoom: 260 B\, North Building\n\nWired for Learning: Understanding Circuits and Microgrids\nDate: Saturday\, April 18\nTime: 11:40 AM\nRoom: 258 A\, North Building\n\n\n\nSchedule at a glance:  https://www.nsta.org/sites/default/files/NSTA_NationalConf_ANA26_schedule_72225.pdf\n\nConference website: https://www.nsta.org/national-conference-science-education-anaheim-2026 
URL:https://www.need.org/event/need-at-nsta-national-conference-in-anaheim/
LOCATION:Anaheim Convention Center\, 800 W Katella Ave\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Educators
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SUMMARY:2026 Dominion Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Davis\, WV
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location\nApril 15\, 2026\nNational Youth Science Academy\n494 Riverstone Road\nDavis\, WV 26260 \nFor The Attendees:\n• Hands-on kits and curriculum materials\n• A great day of hands-on learning and professional networking\n• Breakfast and lunch\n• Substitute reimbursement provided \nQuestions\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029 \nAgenda \n8:00 a.m. Registration\, Breakfast & Sign In \n8:05 a.m. Mini Circuit Activity \n8:30 a.m. Welcome & Overview of the Day \n8:45 a.m. Program Overview and Expectations \n9:00 a.m. Introduction to the Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy and energy transformations while exploring the stations of the Science of Energy kit. \n9:15 a.m. Science of Energy Breakouts \n10:15 a.m. Forms & Sources\, Electric Connections and Candy Collector\nExperience these activities that help explain electricity generation and use and the energy sources we use to light our lives and heat our homes. \n11:15 a.m. Energy Careers Round Up\nThis activity will help introduce students to careers in the energy industry. \n11:45 a.m. Energy 101 \n12:00 p.m. Lunch \n12:45 p.m. Exploring NEED Activities\n• Wind Activity\n• Solar Activity\n• Energy House Activity \n2:30 p.m. Conservation in the Round\nConservation in the Round is a quick\, entertaining game to reinforce information about energy sources\, forms of energy\, and general energy information. \n3:00 p.m. Workshop Wrap Up paperwork \n3:30 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-dominion-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-davis-wv/
LOCATION:National Youth Science Academy\, 494 Riverstone Road\, Davis\, WV\, 26260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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SUMMARY:2026 Shell Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Deer Park\, TX
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location\nApril 18\, 2026\nHoliday Inn Express Deer Park\n201 West X Street\nDeer Park\, TX 77536 \nWho Should Attend?\n• 4th – 12th Grade Science Teachers\n• CTE Teachers\n• Math Teachers\n• Social Science Teachers\n• Afterschool program leaders \nFor The Attendees:\n• It’s FREE\n• $150 Stipend Provided\n• Choice of a NEED Science of Energy Kit or a NEED Exploring Oil and Gas Kit\n• State aligned curriculum \nQuestions\nCall or email Wendi Moss at 1-800-875-5029 or Wmoss@need.org. \nAgenda \n8:45 a.m. Registration and breakfast \n9:00 a.m. Welcome and Today’s Goals and Objectives \n9:30 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy and energy transformations while exploring the stations of the Science of Energy kit. Shell’s sponsorship provides teachers with a Science of Energy Kit \n11:00 a.m. Energy Enigma \n11:45 a.m. Candy Collector \n12:15 p.m. Lunch and Speaker \n1:00 p.m. Hands on Learning\n• Oil & Gas\no Pipeline Push\no Refining Maze\no Polymers \n2:00 p.m. Conservation in the Round \n2:45 p.m. Wrap Up and Paperwork \n3:00 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-shell-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-deer-park-tx/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Express\, 201 West X Street\, Deer Park\, TX\, 77536\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20250905T151243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T204155Z
UID:10000391-1776882600-1776886200@www.need.org
SUMMARY:NEED Energy Exchange Happy Hour Webinar
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! \nEducators: join us for a monthly webinar with NEED’s creative curriculum team. Each month will feature a new topic or highlight/demonstrate a set of new activities or oldies but goodies. Webinars will take place the third Wednesday of each month and run through May. Participants can sign up for as many as they are interested in\, and feel free to share the information with friends and educators both in and outside your schools! No materials are needed to participate. Come learn more about NEED and energy\, enjoy some fun and camaraderie\, and maybe even win a prize! \nApril 22 – Earth Month Spotlight: Climate Activities for understanding the science of climate studies. \nMay 20 – The End is Nigh: Fight the end of year crazy with these fun energy activities!
URL:https://www.need.org/event/need-energy-exchange-happy-hour-webinar-8/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Educators,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T121630Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Connecticut Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Litchfield\, CT
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nWho Should Attend: \n\n3rd to 12th grade science educators\nCTE educators\nAfterschool program leaders\n\nFor The Attendees: \n\nNEED Science of Energy Kit\nChoice of a NEED Energy Management Kit\nSubstitute Reimbursement\nNext Generation Science Standard (NGSS) aligned curriculum\n\nQuestions:\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029 \nAgenda \n8:30 a.m. Welcome and Introductions\nMeet your fellow participants and the sponsors of today’s workshop. Review goals and objectives for the workshop and begin planning ways to use the NEED materials and training in your school.\n9:00 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy while experimenting with the NEED Project’s Science of Energy kit. Kits will be provided to participating educators.\n10:30 a.m. Connecticut Electric and Energy Connections\nAfter learning about the forms of energy\, discover how the different energy sources contribute to the generation of electricity in Connecticut. Check out the Connecticut numbers for all energy used.\n11:00 a.m. Introduction to Energy Efficiency and Conservation\nHow do you use energy in your daily life at school? Learn how energy is consumed and easy steps you and your students can take to reduce energy use at home and at school. Introduce Energy House Challenge.\n11:30 a.m. Lunch\n12:00 p.m. Energy Efficiency Hands-on\nAn introduction to the tools provided in the NEED Efficiency and Conservation kits to explore energy use at home and at school. Hands-on activities from the NEED’s Efficiency and Conservation kit.\n1:30 p.m. Energy Career Explorations\nTake a look at our Energy Career Excursion sampler and ways to incorporate into the classroom. Play a round of Energy Career Round Up.\n2:00 p.m. Pretzel Power\nThis activity will help students be able to describe the energy efficiency of different kinds of transportation and list the benefits of carpooling.\n2:30 p.m. Q&A\, Post Assessment and Evaluations\nEvaluations and post assessment!\n3:00 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-connecticut-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-litchfield-ct/
LOCATION:Wisdom Retreat & Conference Center\, 229 East Litchfield Road\, Litchfield\, CT\, 06759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connecticut,Educators,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20260313T142053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T142053Z
UID:10000485-1777708800-1777735800@www.need.org
SUMMARY:2026 Energizing Student Potential Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Arlington Heights\, IL
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location\nMay 2\, 2026\nDoubleTree by Hilton Arlington Heights\n75 W Algonquin Road\nArlington Heights\, IL 60005 \nFor The Attendees:\n• Hands-on kits and curriculum materials\n• A great day of hands-on learning and professional networking\n• Breakfast and lunch\n• Stipend Provided\n• CPDUs \nQuestions\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029 \nAgenda \n8:00 a.m. Registration\, Breakfast & Sign In \n8:05 a.m. Mini Circuit Activity\n8:30 a.m. Welcome & Overview of the Day \n8:45 a.m. Program Overview and Expectations \n9:00 a.m. Introduction to the Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy and energy transformations while exploring the stations of the Science of Energy kit.\n9:15 a.m. Science of Energy Breakouts\n10:15 a.m. Forms & Sources\, Electric Connections and Candy Collector\nExperience these activities that help explain Illinois electricity generation and use and the energy sources we use to light our lives and heat our homes.\n11:15 a.m. Energy Careers Round Up\nThis activity will help introduce students to careers in the energy industry.\n11:45 a.m. Lunch\n12:30 p.m. Natural Gas Story\nExplore energy transformations associated with the natural gas energy flow.\n1:00 p.m. Exploring NEED Kits\n• Wind Activity\n• Solar Activity\n• Oil & Gas Activity\n• Energy House Activity\n3:00 p.m. Workshop Wrap Up paperwork\n3:30 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-energizing-student-potential-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-arlington-heights-il/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Arlington Heights\, 75 W Algonquin Road\, Arlington Heights\, IL\, 60005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,ESP,Illinois,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20260402T135626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T141650Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Massachusetts Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Waltham\, MA
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDATE AND LOCATION\nMay 2\, 2026\nBentley University Conference Center\nLaCava Campus Center\n175 Forest Street\nWaltham\, MA 02452 \nWHAT DO YOU RECEIVE FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION?\n• NEED Science of Energy Kit\n• Choice of a NEED Energy Management Kit\n• $150 Stipend Provided\n• 10 PDP credits available\n• Massachusetts aligned curriculum. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• K-12 Grade Teachers\n• CTE Teachers\n• Afterschool program leaders \nQUESTIONS?\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029 \nAGENDA \n8:30 a.m. Registration\nPick up NEED materials and conference supplies. Continental breakfast will be served. NEED curriculum kits are sponsored for each teacher attending the workshop. Packets include supplemental classroom materials\, Energy Infobooks at 3 grade levels\, and much more! Complete a pre-workshop assessment. \n8:45 a.m. Welcome and Introductions\nMeet your fellow participants and the sponsors of today’s workshop. Review goals and objectives for the workshop and begin planning ways to use the NEED materials and training in your school. Energy Bingo. \n9:00 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy while experimenting with the NEED Project’s\nScience of Energy kit. Kits will be made available to participating teachers. \n10:30 a.m. Massachusetts Electric Connection\nAfter learning about the forms of energy\, discover how the different energy sources contribute to the generation of electricity in Massachusetts. Check out the Massachusetts numbers for all energy use too. \n11:00 a.m. Hands on Renewable Energy Activities\nHydropower – Moving Water Can Do Work\nSolar – UV Beads\nWind – Blade Investigation \n12:00 p.m. Lunch \n12:45 p.m. Energy Efficiency 101 \n1:00 p.m. Conservation in the Round \n1:30 p.m. Climate Science\nGreenhouse in a Beaker – this activity shows what adding carbon dioxide to the air has on the air’s temperature during the day and during the night. \n2:00 p.m. School Energy Teams \n2:30 p.m. Explore the Website\, Q&A\, Post Assessment and Evaluations  \n3:00 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-massachusetts-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-waltham-ma/
LOCATION:Bentley University Conference Center\, 175 Forest Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,Massachusetts,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20260318T164314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T164314Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Connecticut Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Dayville\, CT
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location:\nComfort Inn & Suites Dayville\n16 Tracy Road\nDayville\, CT 06241 \nWho Should Attend: \n\n3rd to 12th grade science educators\nCTE educators\nAfterschool program leaders\n\nFor The Attendees: \n\nNEED Science of Energy Kit\nChoice of a NEED Energy Management Kit\nSubstitute Reimbursement\nNext Generation Science Standard (NGSS) aligned curriculum\n\nQuestions:\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029 \nAgenda \n8:30 a.m. Welcome and Introductions\nMeet your fellow participants and the sponsors of today’s workshop. Review goals and objectives for the workshop and begin planning ways to use the NEED materials and training in your school.\n9:00 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy while experimenting with the NEED Project’s Science of Energy kit. Kits will be provided to participating educators.\n10:30 a.m. Connecticut Electric and Energy Connections\nAfter learning about the forms of energy\, discover how the different energy sources contribute to the generation of electricity in Connecticut. Check out the Connecticut numbers for all energy used.\n11:00 a.m. Introduction to Energy Efficiency and Conservation\nHow do you use energy in your daily life at school? Learn how energy is consumed and easy steps you and your students can take to reduce energy use at home and at school. Introduce Energy House Challenge.\n11:30 a.m. Lunch\n12:00 p.m. Energy Efficiency Hands-on\nAn introduction to the tools provided in the NEED Efficiency and Conservation kits to explore energy use at home and at school. Hands-on activities from the NEED’s Efficiency and Conservation kit.\n1:30 p.m. Energy Career Explorations\nTake a look at our Energy Career Excursion sampler and ways to incorporate into the classroom. Play a round of Energy Career Round Up.\n2:00 p.m. Pretzel Power\nThis activity will help students be able to describe the energy efficiency of different kinds of transportation and list the benefits of carpooling.\n2:30 p.m. Q&A\, Post Assessment and Evaluations\nEvaluations and post assessment!\n3:00 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-connecticut-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-dayville-ct/
LOCATION:Comfort Inn & Suites Dayville\, 16 Tracy Road\, Dayville\, CT\, 06241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connecticut,Educators,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20241029_095513-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20260324T143644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T143644Z
UID:10000500-1779180300-1779202800@www.need.org
SUMMARY:2026 Shell Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Monaca\, PA
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location\nMay 19\, 2026\nCommunity College of Beaver County\nLearning Resources Center\nOne Campus Drive\nMonaca\, PA 15061 \nWho Should Attend?\n• 4th – 12th Grade Science Teachers\n• CTE Teachers\n• Math Teachers\n• Social Science Teachers\n• Afterschool program leaders \nFor The Attendees:\n• It’s FREE\n• Substitute Reimbursement Provided\n• Act 48 Credit Provided\n• Choice of a NEED Science of Energy Kit or a NEED Exploring Oil and Gas Kit\n• State aligned curriculum \nQuestions\nCall or email Wendi Moss at 1-800-875-5029 or Wmoss@need.org. \n2026 Agenda \n8:45 a.m. Registration and breakfast \n9:00 a.m. Welcome and Today’s Goals and Objectives \n9:30 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy and energy transformations while exploring the stations of the Science of Energy kit. Shell’s sponsorship provides teachers with a Science of Energy Kit \n11:00 a.m. Energy Enigma \n11:45 a.m. Candy Collector \n12:15 p.m. Lunch and Speaker \n1:00 p.m. Hands on Learning\n• Oil & Gas\no Pipeline Push\no Refining Maze\no Polymers \n2:00 p.m. Conservation in the Round \n2:45 p.m. Wrap Up and Paperwork \n3:00 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-shell-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-monaca-pa/
LOCATION:Community College of Beaver County\, One Campus Drive\, Monaca\, PA\, 15061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20250905T151428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T204233Z
UID:10000392-1779301800-1779305400@www.need.org
SUMMARY:NEED Energy Exchange Happy Hour Webinar
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! \nEducators: join us for a monthly webinar with NEED’s creative curriculum team. Each month will feature a new topic or highlight/demonstrate a set of new activities or oldies but goodies. Webinars will take place the third Wednesday of each month and run through May. Participants can sign up for as many as they are interested in\, and feel free to share the information with friends and educators both in and outside your schools! No materials are needed to participate. Come learn more about NEED and energy\, enjoy some fun and camaraderie\, and maybe even win a prize! \nMay 20 – The End is Nigh: Fight the end of year crazy with these fun energy activities!
URL:https://www.need.org/event/need-energy-exchange-happy-hour-webinar-9/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Educators,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Webinar-banner-pic.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20260302T211044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T211044Z
UID:10000482-1781858700-1781881200@www.need.org
SUMMARY:2026 ConocoPhillips Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Kenedy\, TX
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location:\nJune 19\, 2026\nConocoPhillips Kenedy Office\n3778 CR 344\nKenedy\, TX 78119 \nFor The Attendees:\n• Hands-on kits and curriculum materials\n• A great day of hands-on learning and professional networking\n• Breakfast and lunch\n• Stipend \nQuestions\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or\ncall 1-800-875-5029 \n2026 Agenda \n8:45 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast \n9:00 a.m. Welcome and Expectations \n9:10 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy and energy transformations while experimenting with the Science of Energy kit. ConocoPhillips provides a Science of Energy Kit \n10:30 a.m. Energy in the Balance\nThis activity includes charting and graphing activities in which students\nevaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the major energy sources. \n11:00 a.m. Exploring Oil & Gas\n• Peak Oil Activity\n• Pipeline Push \n12:00 p.m. ConocoPhillips Speaker and Lunch \n1:00 p.m. Understanding Carbon and Decarbonization\n• Carbon Cycle Simulation \n1:45 p.m. Oil and Gas Career Round Up \n2:15 p.m. Explore NEED Resources: About the NEED Website and Curriculum Packet \n2:45 p.m. Wrap Up Paperwork \n3:00 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-conocophillips-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-kenedy-tx/
LOCATION:ConocoPhillips Kenedy Office\, 3778 CR 344\, Kenedy\, Texas\, 78119
CATEGORIES:ConocoPhillips,Educators,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20251031T174301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T174542Z
UID:10000434-1782000000-1782518399@www.need.org
SUMMARY:Exelon Foundation STEM Academy - Chicago
DESCRIPTION:The Exelon Foundation STEM Academy is open to young women currently in 10th or 11th grade in the ComEd service area. Visit www.exelonstemacademy.org for program details and to apply.
URL:https://www.need.org/event/exelon-foundation-stem-academy-chicago/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/dc-stem-day-6-2025-007_54694222417_o.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20251031T180009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T180207Z
UID:10000438-1782000000-1782518399@www.need.org
SUMMARY:Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy - Chicago
DESCRIPTION:The Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy is open to young men currently in 10th or 11th grade in the ComEd service area. Visit www.exelonstemacademy.org for program details and to apply.
URL:https://www.need.org/event/exelon-foundation-boys-to-stem-academy-chicago/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/stem-academy-july-30th-2024_380_53892555944_o.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143819
CREATED:20260318T174915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T174915Z
UID:10000490-1782482400-1782730800@www.need.org
SUMMARY:46th Youth Energy Conference & Awards
DESCRIPTION:Participation Requirements\nSchools\, homeschool groups\, scouting organizations\, and 4-H clubs must submit a Youth Awards Signature Project in order to participate in the Youth Energy Conference & Awards Program. All project submissions are due April 15 each year. Students must be part of an approved project to attend. \nEach group must designate a lead teacher or chaperone\, as identified by the Project Advisor listed on the Youth Awards submission. The designated lead teacher or chaperone will serve as the primary point of contact before and during the Youth Energy Conference & Awards Conference and will make all decisions on behalf of the group. \nLearn more at www.need.org/youthenergyconference.
URL:https://www.need.org/event/46th-youth-energy-conference-awards/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Crystal City\, 2799 Richmond Hwy\, Arlington\, VA\, 22202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Educators,Students
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberly Swan":MAILTO:kswan@need.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20251031T182609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T173911Z
UID:10000442-1783814400-1784332799@www.need.org
SUMMARY:Constellation Youth Energy Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Constellation Youth Energy Summit brings together young people who are interested in helping to solve America’s energy and environmental challenges through clean energy careers. If you have an interest in STEM and the energy industry\, this is the place for you! Constellation is the nation’s largest producer of clean and reliable energy and the leading competitive retail supplier of energy products and services to businesses\, homes\, and public sector customers nationwide. Our nuclear\, natural gas\, geothermal\, hydro\, wind and solar facilities have the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes. We invest in energy innovation and new technologies to drive the transition to a reliable\, sustainable\, and secure energy future. A key element of this effort includes engaging with young people who want to learn about energy\, electricity\, and sustainability in order to be leaders in our local communities today and in the future. \nThe Youth Energy Summit is open to current 10th and 11th graders in Constellation communities. Visit the event website for more details and to apply. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.need.org/event/constellation-youth-energy-summit/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/DSC08807.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20260318T175456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T181003Z
UID:10000491-1783864800-1784196000@www.need.org
SUMMARY:2026 NEED National Energy Conference for Educators
DESCRIPTION:NEED’s annual National Energy Conference for Educators brings together educators from across the country that are passionate about learning and teaching about energy and STEM! This conference is often attended by not only classroom educators\, but energy industry education and outreach staff who manage or implement energy education programs. \nIn five interactive days\, the conference provides educators with the most up-to-date information on all aspects of energy including the science of energy\, sources of energy\, transportation\, electricity\, efficiency and environmental and economic impacts. Participants receive the training and materials to implement innovative hands-on energy units in their classrooms\, multi-disciplinary teams\, and Out-of-School Time (OST) programs. NEED facilitators at the conference help participants develop specialized units that meet state standards and can be utilized with students of all learning styles. Attending teachers receive credit towards a NEED Kit\, access to all NEED Curriculum Guides\, and supplemental resources. \nDetails & Application\nWHEN: July 12-16\, 2026\nWHERE: Holiday Inn & Suites Nashville Downtown – Broadway\nCOST OF REGISTRATION: $2\,000\n\nConference Materials and Facilitation\nLocal transportation to and from the airport in the conference city\nDouble Occupancy** Lodging Sunday – Thursday\nWelcome Dinner Sunday\nLunch Monday – Wednesday\nBreakfast Monday – Thursday\nReception and Closing Dinner Wednesday\nFree Science of Energy Kit ($300 value) or credit towards a different NEED Energy Kit\nNEED Curriculum Guides and supplemental resources\n\nSPONSORSHIP:\nLimited sponsorship is available for K-12 classroom teachers thanks to the great sponsors and partner of NEED. However\, teachers are highly encouraged to seek local funding and sponsorship to attend. Past participants have found luck in full or partial funding through their local chapters\, local energy companies\, school district\, PTO\, and local businesses. \n 
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-need-national-energy-conference-for-educators/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn & Suites Nashville Downtown Broadway\, 415 4th Avenue South\, Nashville\, 37201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Educators
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimberly Swan":MAILTO:kswan@need.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20251031T175057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T175057Z
UID:10000435-1784419200-1784937599@www.need.org
SUMMARY:Exelon Foundation STEM Academy - Baltimore
DESCRIPTION:The Exelon Foundation STEM Academy is open to young women currently in 10th or 11th grade in the BGE service area. Visit www.exelonstemacademy.org for program details and to apply.
URL:https://www.need.org/event/exelon-foundation-stem-academy-baltimore/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Baltimore-Exelon-STEM-7-23-24-910.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20251031T180527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T180527Z
UID:10000439-1784419200-1784937599@www.need.org
SUMMARY:Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy - Baltimore
DESCRIPTION:The Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy is open to young men currently in 10th or 11th grade in the BGE service area. Visit www.exelonstemacademy.org for program details and to apply.
URL:https://www.need.org/event/exelon-foundation-boys-to-stem-academy-baltimore/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/53895634857_b552d0a743_o.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20260303T161818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T161919Z
UID:10000483-1784796300-1784818800@www.need.org
SUMMARY:2026 ConocoPhillips Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Pleasanton\, TX
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location\nJuly 23\, 2026\nCoastal Bend College Pleasanton Campus\nRoom 106\n1411 Bensdale Road\nPleasanton\, TX 78064 \nFor The Attendees:\n• Hands-on kits and curriculum materials\n• A great day of hands-on learning and professional networking\n• Breakfast and lunch\n• Stipend \nQuestions\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or\ncall 1-800-875-5029 \n2026 Agenda \n8:45 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast \n9:00 a.m. Welcome and Expectations \n9:10 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy and energy transformations while experimenting with the Science of Energy kit. ConocoPhillips provides a Science of Energy Kit \n10:30 a.m. Energy in the Balance\nThis activity includes charting and graphing activities in which students\nevaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the major energy sources. \n11:00 a.m. Exploring Oil & Gas\n• Peak Oil Activity\n• Pipeline Push \n12:00 p.m. ConocoPhillips Speaker and Lunch \n1:00 p.m. Understanding Carbon and Decarbonization\n• Carbon Cycle Simulation \n1:45 p.m. Oil and Gas Career Round Up \n2:15 p.m. Explore NEED Resources: About the NEED Website and Curriculum Packet \n2:45 p.m. Wrap Up Paperwork \n3:00 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-conocophillips-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-pleasanton-tx/
LOCATION:Coastal Bend College Pleasanton Campus\, 1411 Bensdale Road Room 106\, Pleasanton\, TX\, 78064\, United States
CATEGORIES:ConocoPhillips,Educators,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20241029_095513-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20251031T175301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T175301Z
UID:10000436-1785024000-1785542399@www.need.org
SUMMARY:Exelon Foundation STEM Academy - Washington\, D.C.
DESCRIPTION:The Exelon Foundation STEM Academy is open to young women currently in 10th or 11th grade in the Pepco and Delmarva Power service areas. Visit www.exelonstemacademy.org for program details and to apply.
URL:https://www.need.org/event/exelon-foundation-stem-academy-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/53890604883_7f4fbf1625_o.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20251031T180813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T180813Z
UID:10000440-1785024000-1785542399@www.need.org
SUMMARY:Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy - Washington\, D.C.
DESCRIPTION:The Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy is open to young men currently in 10th or 11th grade in the Pepco and Delmarva Power service areas. Visit www.exelonstemacademy.org for program details and to apply.
URL:https://www.need.org/event/exelon-foundation-boys-to-stem-academy-washington-d-c/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/stem-academy-july-30th-2024_160_53892457863_o.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20251031T175606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T175606Z
UID:10000437-1785628800-1786147199@www.need.org
SUMMARY:Exelon Foundation STEM Academy - Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:The Exelon Foundation STEM Academy is open to young women currently in 10th or 11th grade in the PECO and Atlantic City Electric service areas. Visit www.exelonstemacademy.org for program details and to apply.
URL:https://www.need.org/event/exelon-foundation-stem-academy-philadelphia/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Philly-Exelon-STEM-8-24-0771.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20251031T181605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T181605Z
UID:10000441-1785628800-1786147199@www.need.org
SUMMARY:Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy - Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:The Exelon Foundation Boys to STEM Academy is open to young men currently in 10th or 11th grade in the PECO and Atlantic City Electric service areas. Visit www.exelonstemacademy.org for program details and to apply.
URL:https://www.need.org/event/exelon-foundation-boys-to-stem-academy-philadelphia/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Students
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/53889456427_8ce58d390e_o.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20260224T163746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T164110Z
UID:10000480-1785754800-1785939300@www.need.org
SUMMARY:2026 Massachusetts Energy Conference for Teachers - Hyannis\, MA
DESCRIPTION:  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nWhere & When\nMargaritaville Resort\n1225 Iyannough Road\nHyannis\, MA 02601\nAugust 3—5\, 2026 \nWhat Do Participants Receive?\n• Massachusetts standards aligned curriculum\n• Choice of NEED Kit\n• $275 Stipend\n• PDP Certificate\n• PRIZES\n• Graduate Credit Available\n• A great opportunity to learn in an engaging and fun way\n• The chance to network with fellow educators to learn more about the energy landscape of Massachusetts\nWho Should Attend?\n• Educators interested in energy\n• K-12 Teachers\n• Science and STEM Teachers\n• AP Environmental Science Teachers\n• CTE Teachers\n• Out of School Time Program Leaders\n• Student Advocacy Organization Leaders\nQuestions\nIf you have questions or need assistance\, please email Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029. \nAbout the Conference\nEducators from across Massachusetts will come together for three days of engaging and fun energy education training brought to you by the Sponsors of Mass Save® and conducted by the National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project. This conference\, including lodging\, is offered to educators at no cost. The conference provides you with the most up-to-date information on all aspects of energy. You will receive the training and materials to implement innovative hands-on energy units in your classrooms\, multi-disciplinary teams\, and after-school programs. \nAbout Mass Save\nMass Save is a collaborative of Massachusetts’ electric and natural gas utilities and energy efficiency service providers including Berkshire Gas\, Cape Light Compact\, Eversource\, Liberty\, National Grid\, and Unitil. We empower residents\, businesses\, and communities to make energy efficient upgrades by offering a wide range of services\, rebates\, incentives\, trainings\, and information. \nAugust 3\, 2026\n11:00 a.m. Registration and Energy Challenge Activities\n11:30 a.m. Lunch and Welcome – Sponsor Welcome\n12:30 p.m. Introductions and MA Energy Efficiency Bingo\n1:15 p.m. Science of Energy\n2:30 p.m. Forms and Sources\n2:45 p.m. Break and head to assigned session\n3:00 p.m. Energy Source Break Out Sessions\n• Onshore and Offshore Wind 101\n• Exploring Solar 101\n4:00 p.m. Energy Source Breakout Sessions (Swap)\n5:00 p.m. Q&A and Evaluation Day One\nDinner on your own \nAugust 4\, 2026\n7:30 a.m. Breakfast\n8:15 a.m. Energy Enigma\n9:15 a.m. Science of Electricity\n10:15 a.m. The Electric Grid\n10:30 a.m. Massachusetts Electric Connections\n11:00 a.m. Baseload Balance\n11:45 a.m. Incorporating Energy Outside the Science Classroom\n12:30 p.m. Lunch\n1:45 p.m. Presentations\n2:45 p.m. Exploring The NEED Website and Mass Save Opportunities\n3:15 p.m. Q&A and Evaluation Day Two\n3:45 p.m. Break until Reception and Energy Carnival\n4:15 p.m. Reception and Energy Carnival\n5:00 p.m. Dinner \nAugust 5\, 2026\n7:30 a.m. Breakfast\n8:15 a.m. Exploring Energy Efficiency and Conservation\n• Energy systems in a building\n• New technologies\n8:45 a.m. The Energy House Challenge\n10:15 a.m. Exploring Climate Change and the Carbon Cycle\n• Carbon Cycle Simulation\n• Greenhouse in a Beaker\n11:45 a.m. Lunch\n1:00 p.m. Creating & Facilitating School Energy Teams\n1:20 p.m. Synthesizing the Conference\n1:45 p.m. What’s Next? Q&A\, Post-Assessment\, Final Evaluation\n2:15 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-massachusetts-energy-conference-for-teachers-hyannis-ma/
LOCATION:Margaritaville Resort\, 1225 Iyannough Road\, Hyannis\, MA\, 02601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,Massachusetts,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_4444.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20260318T184006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T184102Z
UID:10000495-1786437000-1786460400@www.need.org
SUMMARY:2026 Energize CT Summer Institute Day 1 - Orange\, CT
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nYou are invited to the eesmarts™ Summer Institute for Teachers. Teachers may choose to attend both days or one day. Agendas have been designed to cover forms of energy\, sources of energy\, natural gas\, electricity\, climate change\, energy efficiency and energy careers. Join us for an engaging summer experience. \nWho Should Attend: \n\n3rd to 12th grade science educators\nCTE educators\nAfterschool program leaders\n\nFor the Attendees: \n\nNEED Science of Energy kit\nChoice of a NEED Energy Management kit\n$150 Stipend per day\nNGSS aligned curriculum\n\nQuestions:\nContact Wendi Moss at moss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029. \nAgenda \n8:30 a.m. Welcome and Introductions\nMeet your fellow participants and the sponsors of today’s workshop. Review goals and objectives for the workshop and begin planning ways to use the NEED materials and training in your school. Take a short pre-assessment.\n9:00 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy while experimenting with the NEED Project’s Science of Energy kit. Kits will be provided to participating educators.\n10:30 a.m. Forms and Sources: Connecticut Electric and Energy Connections\nAfter learning about the forms of energy\, discover how the different energy sources contribute to the generation of electricity in Connecticut. Check out the Connecticut numbers for all energy used.\n11:00 a.m. Candy Collector\n11:30 a.m. Lunch\n12:15 p.m. Introduction to Renewables\nTake a look and explore hands-on solar\, hydropower\, and wind activities\nPV Panel Exploration and UV Beads\nMoving Water Can Do Work\nWind Blade Investigation\n2:00 p.m. Energy Career Explorations\nTake a look at our Energy Career Excursion sampler and ways to incorporate into the classroom. Play a round of Energy Guess Who and Energy Careers Round Up.\n2:30 p.m. Pretzel Power\nThis activity will help with the understanding of energy efficiency of different kinds of transportation and list the benefits of carpooling.\n2:45 p.m. Q&A\, Post Assessment and Evaluations\nEvaluations and post assessment!\n3:00 p.m. Adjourn \n 
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-energize-ct-summer-institute-day-1-orange-ct/
LOCATION:Courtyard by Marriott Orange\, 136 Marsh Hill Road\, Orange\, CT\, 06477\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connecticut,Educators,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/20250403_100255-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20260318T184512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T184512Z
UID:10000496-1786523400-1786546800@www.need.org
SUMMARY:2026 Energize CT Summer Institute Day 2 - Orange\, CT
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nYou are invited to the eesmarts™ Summer Institute for Teachers. Teachers may choose to attend both days or one day. Agendas have been designed to cover forms of energy\, sources of energy\, natural gas\, electricity\, climate change\, energy efficiency and energy careers. Join us for an engaging summer experience. \nWho Should Attend: \n\n3rd to 12th grade science educators\nCTE educators\nAfterschool program leaders\n\nFor the Attendees: \n\nNEED Science of Energy kit\nChoice of a NEED Energy Management kit\n$150 Stipend per day\nNGSS aligned curriculum\n\nQuestions:\nContact Wendi Moss at moss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029. \nAgenda \n8:30 a.m. Welcome and Introductions\nMeet your fellow participants and the sponsors of today’s workshop. Review goals and objectives for the workshop and begin planning ways to use the NEED materials and training in your school. Take a short pre-assessment.\n9:00 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy while experimenting with the NEED Project’s Science of Energy kit. Kits will be provided to participating educators.\n10:30 a.m. Energy Round Up\nThis activity will introduce teachers to the leading sources of energy.\n11:00 a.m. Sidekick Circuits\nThis activity will show a fun way to learn about simple and parallel circuits\n11:30 a.m. Lunch\n12:15 p.m. Energy Efficiency and Conservation\nLearn about efficiency\, conservation\, and exploring energy use at home and at school with an introduction to the tools provided in the NEED Efficiency and Conservation kits. Build and Energy House.\n1:45 p.m. Climate Science\nLearn about climate and climate science while exploring Greenhouse in a Beaker and Climate Web Activity.\n2:45 p.m. Q&A\, Post Assessment and Evaluations\nEvaluations and post assessment!\n3:00 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-energize-ct-summer-institute-day-2-orange-ct/
LOCATION:Courtyard by Marriott Orange\, 136 Marsh Hill Road\, Orange\, CT\, 06477\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connecticut,Educators,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.need.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/image30.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143820
CREATED:20260331T135434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T144658Z
UID:10000509-1788942600-1788967800@www.need.org
SUMMARY:2026 Phillips 66 Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Tulsa\, OK
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location\nSeptember 9\, 2026\nOklahoma State University\nB. S. Roberts Room\n700 N Greenwood Avenue\nTulsa\, OK 74106 \nFor The Attendees:\n• It’s FREE\n• Breakfast and lunch provided.\n• Substitute Reimbursement\n• A NEED Science of Energy Kit\n• OPI Credit Provided\n• State standard aligned curriculum. \nWho Should Attend?\n• 4th – 12th Grade Science Teachers\n• CTE Teachers\n• Math Teachers\n• Social Science Teachers\n• Afterschool program leaders \nQuestions\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029 \nAgenda \n8:30 a.m. Registration\, Sign-in\, Continental Breakfast\, and Pre-Survey \n9:00 a.m. Welcome to the Workshop! \n9:15 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy and energy transformations while experimenting with the Science of Energy kit. \n10:30 a.m. Energy Enigma \n11:30 a.m. Oil and Natural Gas 101 \n11:45 a.m. Phillips 66 Speaker and Q & A\n12:00 p.m. Lunch \n12:45 p.m. Exploring Oil and Natural Gas\nLearn about exploration\, production\, refining\, chemical manufacturing\, transportation\, marketing\, and uses of petroleum\, natural gas\, and their products in the industrial sector.\n• Pipeline Push\n• Refining Maze\n• Petroleum Ponder \n1:15 p.m. Oil & Gas Career Roundup \n2:00 p.m. Efficiency and Conservation Bingo \n2:30 p.m. Explore NEED Resources: About the NEED Website\, Curriculum Packet and Student Engagement Opportunities \n2:45 p.m. Post-Survey\, Q&A\, Kit Selection\, and Evaluation \n3:00 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-phillips-66-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-tulsa-ok/
LOCATION:Oklahoma State University – Tulsa\, 700 N Greenwood Avenue\, Tulsa\, OK\, 74106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,Phillips 66,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T140000
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SUMMARY:2026 NABG/Shell Student Leadership Event for High School Students - Houston\, TX
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR YOUR STUDENT GROUP \nDate and Location\nSeptember 9\, 2026\nHilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria\n2001 Post Oak Boulevard\nHouston\, TX 77056\n10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nHow Can Students Attend?\nTeachers\, register yourself and students today! Don’t Wait! Registration is limited to 30 high school students and their teachers.\n*Transportation support and substitute reimbursement is available. \nQuestions\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call\n1-800-875-5029 \nAgenda \n10:00 a.m. Student arrival & registration\n10:15 a.m. Welcome from NABG & Icebreaker\n10:30 a.m. Hands-On Activity\n• Resource Recovery Engineering Challenge \n12:00 p.m. Lunch & Networking\n12:30 p.m. NABG panel\n1:00 p.m. Hands-on Activities\n• Candy Collector\n• Exploring Porosity \n1:45p.m. Wrap-up and Evaluations\n2:00 p.m. Dismissal
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-nabg-shell-student-leadership-event-for-high-school-students-houston-tx/
LOCATION:Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria\, 2001 Post Oak Boulevard\, Houston\, TX\, 77056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Students,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T153000
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SUMMARY:2026 PPG Energy Education Workshop for Teachers - Warrensville Heights\, OH
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nDate and Location\nSeptember 24\, 2026\nCuyahoga Community College\nCorporate College Conference Center\nRoom 238A\n440 Richmond Road\nWarrensville Heights\, OH 44128 \nFor The Attendees:\n• Hands-on kits and curriculum materials\n• A great day of hands-on learning and professional networking\n• Breakfast and lunch\n• Stipend \nQuestions\nContact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029 \nAgenda \n8:30 a.m. Registration\nPick up NEED materials and conference supplies. Continental breakfast will be served. NEED curriculum kits are sponsored for each teacher attending the workshop. Packets include supplemental classroom materials\, Energy Infobooks at 4 grade levels\, and much more! Complete a pre-workshop assessment. \n8:45 a.m. Welcome and Introductions\nMeet your fellow participants and the sponsors of today’s workshop. Review goals and objectives for the workshop and begin planning ways to use the NEED materials and training in your school. \n9:00 a.m. Climate Web Game\nLearn about cause-and-effect relationships in our climate system and set the stage for the purpose of the day’s activities. \n9:30 a.m. The Science of Energy\nLearn more about the forms of energy and energy transformations through this hands-on kit. This Kit can be used in Primary\, Elementary\, Intermediate\, and Secondary classrooms! \n10:45 Energy Source Connections\nThis activity teaches how different energy sources contribute to the total energy consumption of the United States. This activity also demonstrates the advantages of working together in a group and reinforces the ideas of collaborative discussion and cooperative learning. \n11:30 a.m. Renewable Round Robin\nExplore a few quick\, hands-on renewable energy source activities that are easy to implement in the classroom with scrap and found supplies. \n12:30 p.m. Lunch and PPG Panel – Sustainability and Renewable Energy at PPG \n1:15 p.m. Conservation in the Round \n1:30 p.m. Energy House\nCreate a mini energy house to explore how architecture\, insulation\, and landscaping can all combine to minimize thermal energy transfer in a home. \n2:45 p.m. Carbon Cycle Simulation\nTake a closer look at how the carbon cycle works naturally. \n3:15 p.m. Wrap up & Paperwork \n3:30 p.m. Adjourn
URL:https://www.need.org/event/2026-ppg-energy-education-workshop-for-teachers-warrensville-oh/
LOCATION:Cuyahoga Community College Corporate College Conference Center\, 4400 Richmond Road\, Warrensville Heights\, OH\, 44128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educators,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wendi Moss":MAILTO:wmoss@need.org
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