K-12 Students
NREL's Education Programs seek to promote science, mathematics and technology education using renewable energy as the vehicle to capture student interest. Engaging students in science and engineering activities opens the door for both study and career opportunities in these disciplines. Students from traditionally under represented ethnic and gender groups are encouraged to participate from all academic levels.
Elementary
Coalition for Learning Opportunities and United Tutors (CLOUT)
CLOUT volunteers tutor selected fourth grade students from Denver regional schools on a "one-to-one" basis, helping them improve their reading skills and science knowledge. Reading is augmented with science and technology activities.
Middle School
DOE National Middle School Science Bowl
The U.S. Department of Energy's National Middle School Science Bowl is a fun fast-paced academic tournament and hydrogen fuel cell car competition that tests the brainpower of middle school teams on science and math topics. NREL manages the National Middle School Science Bowl for the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science.
DOE Junior Solar Sprint-Hydrogen Fuel Cell Competitions
The U.S. Department of Energy's Junior Solar Sprint/Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car Competitions (JSS/HFC) is a classroom-based, hands-on educational program for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. JSS-HFC student teams apply math, science, and creativity to construct model solar-powered and hydrogen powered cars and race them in interscholastic competitions hosted within their schools or within their states or regions.
High School
DOE High School Science Bowl
The U.S. Department of Energy's High School Science Bowl is a fun, fast-paced academic tournament that tests the brainpower of high school teams on science and math topics.
RnE2EW Renewable Energy and Efficiency Education on Wheels
RnE2EW is an educational-outreach vehicle partnership between the Department of Energy, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, and BP America; it is designed to bring renewable energy and energy efficiency sciences to students, teachers, and the community showcasing DOE/NREL research and technology. Education staff conducts educational outreach events, hands-on activities, and professional development seminars at schools, conventions, competitions, trade shows, fairs and other exhibitions for students, teachers, and consumers. For more information visit RnE2EW or call 303-275-3660.
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