Back to class with PGE
How PGE is helping students with lessons in safety, energy efficiency and renewable power.
Lab scientists sing about saving energy. The “Voltinator” computer game teaches safety tips. Children work though games and experiments to learn about renewable energy. These are just a few of the ways we reach out to local K-12 students. PGE is your school’s energy education resource.
PGE invests in our community by supporting education, and one of the most direct ways we help is in the classroom. Many PGE employees volunteer at schools. But since we generate and deliver electricity, it’s only natural we also help educate kids about electrical safety, energy efficiency and renewable energy.
Schools in our service area can take advantage of a number of PGE resources, which bolster learning in science, technology, engineering and math (most are aligned with Oregon’s 2009 science standards). Our resources, all offered free of charge, include:
- Curriculum materials — Age appropriate books and teacher guides, which all meet Oregon state education standards. Our selection includes two recent additions: “Energy for Today and Tomorrow” and “Energy Efficiency World.” We also added links to curriculum guides and energy activities for high school classrooms from the National Energy Education Development Project.
- Live performances — These engaging and entertaining performances help students learn through songs and interactive presentations. Subjects include renewable energy, using energy wisely and safety education. Watch a clip of “Vicky & Igor’s Electrifying Adventure,” aimed at kindergarten through third grade.
- Interactive Web sites — Our all-new eSMART Kids Web site offers an online club, videos and games for students, as well as lesson plans, newsletter and resources for teachers. The Electrical Safety World and Energy Efficiency World Web sites can also be used in the classroom or at home.
- Speakers and hydro plant tours — PGE offers tours of our Clackamas River hydropower plants as well as guest speakers for the classroom.
See our Classroom Support section for more details. Let the staff at your child’s school know about these resources and encourage them to schedule a presentation.