We offer numerous top-notch programs for schools in our service area, free of charge.
LES subject matter experts will take students through fun and informative presentations! All programs are designed with Nebraska state standards in mind.
Read about each program below and then email community@les.com to request a visit to your school!
Appropriate for fourth grade and up.
Aligns with fourth grade science objectives and state standards.
Learning objectives: Construct and design simple circuits, differentiate between a series and parallel circuit, classify different materials as conductors or nonconductors, determine and assess the dangers of electricity.
Students will ...
Appropriate for kindergarten through fifth grade.
Aligns with fourth grade science objectives and state standards.
We use a safety demonstration that uses realistic graphics and special effects to teach electricity basics and safety.
Learning objectives: Construct and design simple circuits, classify different materials as conductors or nonconductors, determine and assess the dangers of electricity.
Students will ...
Appropriate for sixth grade and up.
Focus is on energy distribution and electrical safety.
LES line technicians will demonstrate the following and might even fry a mini hot dog!
Appropriate for fourth grade and up.
The presenter will leverage an interactive Jeopardy-style game to engage students in learning about energy generation, distribution and renewable energy resources. Fun facts, photos and illustrations encourage discussion and competition among peers.
LES is working with Lincoln-area schools to identify events for EdITH, LES' Educational Interactive Tiny House, to attend! Email community@les.com for more information.
Check out the following innovative and motivational ways to explore electricity, energy and the environment: | ||||
Electric safety | LES high-voltage demo | This might shock you: downed power line | Safe Electricity® (a program of the Energy Education Council) | Electrical Safety Foundation International Kids' Corner |
Science of electricity & energy | EIA Energy Kids (U.S. Energy Information Administration) | National Energy Education Development Project | ||
Energy efficiency & sustainability | PEAK (a program of the Energy Coalition) | Watt's up: vampire load | ENERGY STAR KIDS | |
Careers in energy | Day in the life of an LES lineworker | LES careers | Get into energy | |
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