9/14 - Time: 8am - 12noon

Build a Model Solar Car Educator Workshop, Aberdeen, MD

In partnership with US Army Research Laboratory (ARL), the Potomac Region Solar Energy Association (PRSEA), and the Electric Vehicle Association of Greater DC (EVA/DC), the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) is offering a Junior Solar Sprint educator training workshop on Tuesday, September 14 from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Higher Education & Conference Center in Aberdeen, MD.

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
  
• Professional development points/credits for hours attending workshop

Registration is required. To register Please contact: Dr. Sandra Young, US Army Research Laboratory, (410) 306-0679 or sandra.young@us.army.mil to reserve your spot! Include: name, title, organization/school, phone and email. 

JSS in the northeast is organized by the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association and is sponsored by the US Army Educational Outreach Program. Workshop kits are donated from PITSCO.  

Admission: Free

Event Website: http://www.nesea.org/k-12/juniorsolarsprint/

Location: Higher Education & Conference Center (HEAT) at Harford Community College

Directions: 1201 Technology Drive, Aberdeen, Maryland

If lost en route call Dr. Sandra Young at 410-652-6578
or the HEAT Center at 443-360-9200.