Build a Model Solar Car Educator Workshop, Providence/Coventry, RI

The Apeiron Institute for Sustainable Living will host a Junior Solar Sprint workshop on Saturday, March 13 from 10:00am - 1:00pm at Apeiron Center in Coventry, RI. (rescheduled from Feb 4 in Providence) This workshop is designed to prepare teachers and non-formal educators in leading middle school kids through Junior Solar Sprint, a highly engaging and successful program where kids design, build and compete with model solar electric cars. Your young engineers will deepen their understanding about solar energy, math, physical science and craftsmanship. Teams can enter their cars in local design and race competitions with top winners invited to NESEA's annual northeast championship. At the workshop you will receive:

A basic parts model solar car kit and hands-on building practice
JSS educator resources including lesson plans and area event information
A chance at door prizes including a model car solar panel
Professional development points/credits for hours attending workshop
Tour of Apeiron's Eco-house

Registration is required. To register visit Apeiron for Sustainable Living http://www.apeiron.org/new/education/jss.php . OR contact Elisabeth Bux at (401) 228.7930 x16 or elisabeth@apeiron.org

Please remember to bring a bag lunch.

To learn more about JSS Visit http://www.nesea.org/k-12/juniorsolarsprint/

Admission: Free

Event Website: http://www.apeiron.org/new/education/jss.php

Location: Apeiron's Center for Sustainable Living

Directions: Apeiron's Center for Sustainable Living
451 Hammet Rd., Coventry, RI.
Directions are available at:
http://www.apeiron.org/new/aboutus/directions.php
Make sure to follow directions to Center in Coventry.
If lost en route call the Center at 401-397-3430

Contact Information: Elisabeth Bux, (401) 228.7930 x16 , elisabeth@apeiron.org