Join Other School And Community Groups In Hosting A Family Energy Night
Announcing Family Energy Nights
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Family Energy Night (FEN) is an informal energy education program, being developed by the MMSA with funding from Efficiency Maine. Modeled after nationally recognized Family Science and Family Math programs, FEN targets middle school age students and their families.
THANK YOU FOR ALL RESPONSES! Our goal has been met to host 8 Family Energy Nights.
Consider joining us!
Who is hosting a FEN in Maine?
1. Loranger Middle School, Old Orchard Beach: January 19, 6:00-7:30 pm 2. Cony Middle School, Augusta - January 24, 6:00-7:30 pm 3. University of Maine at Augusta - February, 25, 10:00am-12:00pm4. Albert Hall School, Waterville - March 1
5. South Portland School District, South Portland - March 5, 6:00-7:30 pm 6. Durham Community School, Durham - March 21, 6:00-7:30 pm 7. Gardiner Middle School, Gardiner - dates tba 8. Beech Hill School, Otis - dates tba
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What happens during a Family Energy Night?
Families come to the event together and investigate energy ideas at their own pace through a variety of hands-on activities. FEN is based on the belief that family involvement and exploration of concepts in a nonthreatening and enthusiastic way are important components of meaningful, lasting learning. A FEN is often held on a weeknight (6:00-7:30 pm) or on a Saturday morning (9-11 am). Hosting a FEN is a great way to introduce and reinforce concepts being taught in the classroom and engage a broader community in learning about energy and its conservation. The event is free for families to attend and our goal is to reach 20-40 parents per event.
To learn more and get a sneak peak presentation of a FEN, click here>
Our favorite activity was the light bulb comparson. We learned a lot about the differences and found that CFL is something we WILL start using! We had a very nice time. Thank you! |
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Please contact Lynn Farrin at MMSA with questions or for additional information: lfarrin@mmsa.org
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