East Tennessee Clean Energy Teacher Training

This Renewable Energy Teacher Training FREE full day professional development training made possible by the Arconic Foundation and CE. This inquiry-based, hands-on science and engineering training program offers an in depth exploration of Storytime STEM packs and their accompanying lessons. Educators will gain insight and best practices on integrating energy education with literacy and early childhood education. CE has collaborated with local educators to design this training and resources provided to attendees. Teachers will receive grade-aligned curriculum training in teacher-generated STEM activities and leave with hands-on tools to implement these resources in the classroom.

About Arconic Foundation

Arconic Foundation is proud to support CE and bring this innovative program to Arconic communities nationwide. Arconic Foundation’s mission is to support non-profit partners who advance STEM Education and Workforce Development in Arconic communities. We view support for K-12 STEM programs as critical to shaping the workforce of the future – the economic future of our communities and the advanced manufacturing industry depends on it. By investing early in impactful STEM curricula, we can spark the imagination of our youth and set them on a path that encourages creativity and innovation – the very skills that make Arconic and other advanced manufacturers successful. CE is a proven and innovative model that we believe can bring to life the issues and solutions around energy management. Energy is a critical component of what we do in industry and in all of our personal lives – it is a topic that we want our youth educated about so that they can solve the problems of tomorrow.

About CE

CE is a national clean energy, career connected education program from Bonneville Environmental Foundation. Together with schools, educators and industry, we strive to build a clean energy future to ensure that our communities and the environment are thriving and resilient. We work to expand access to opportunities for all students regardless of their geography, gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. CE is funded by corporations, regional utilities, and philanthropic organizations. To date, our funders have impacted more than 250,000 students nationwide through CE programming. For more information, visit www.cebrightfutures.org

What topics will be covered during this training?

This training is designed for Elementary educators and will focus on clean energy, computer science, early childhood education and literacy

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact CE with any questions or for more information. CE STEM Engagement and Training Manager, Iain Sterry, can be reached at isterry@b-e-f.org.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

CE allows for the transfer of tickets, however, please let us know the name and email address of the participant, as we will need to gather some preliminary data to help inform our workshop!

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No. We will have a registration table set up with a sign in sheet.

Is this training free for teachers/educators?

Yes, this is a fully funded training opportunity for STEM educators in Eastern Tennessee. This workshop is made possible by Arconic and CE.

Is lunch provided?

No, but light breakfast, coffee, and snacks will be provided

Will I receive any classroom materials/equipment?

Yes! Teachers who attend this workshop will gain access to science kits aligned with the hands-on activities covered in the workshop.

Will there be a stipend for teachers attending training outside work hours?

Yes! All teachers will receive a stipend for attending a Saturday training.