Today's Energy Insight

Why is Energy Management
Important in Our School District?

• About 30% of the energy consumed by schools is used inefficiently or unnecessarily.
• Annual energy costs average nearly $250 per student!
• 80% of greenhouse gas pollution is from the production, distribution and disposal of energy.* (* according to the EPA and Energy Star)
• Energy is a major source of avoidable spending.

Classroom Visits!

The district Energy Efficiency Coordinator is now scheduling classroom visits for this fall and beyond. Sheri is ready to get out and about in the schools to work with all the fabulous kiddos in the district. For the younger grades, she can be a guest reader and share a couple of great eco-friendly books including Curious George Plants a Tree followed by an interactive discussion at their grade level about energy efficiency. For the upper elementary and middle grades she has a fun energy game show to share with the students or a hands on demonstration about energy. At the secondary level there are several options for activities and classroom presentations. The Energy Efficiency Coordinator can be reached at extension 8104 or via email at sheri_brunner@rdal.org

Make it a fun and energy efficient year, everyone!

Simply Stated

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."

~ Margaret Mead