American Nuclear Society of Virginia, $5,000, to provide a four-day workshop for 50 middle and high school science teachers that includes tours of Virginia Commonwealth University’s nuclear medicine facility and North Anna Power Station. Topics include nuclear science and technology, radiation and nuclear energy.
Arlington Traditional School, $2,200, to incorporate children’s engineering activities into the core curriculum. Students will test water, soil and air and design solutions to improve quality.
Baker-Butler Elementary School in Albemarle, $525 to allow 2nd grade students to study the properties of matter in its three major states, and the energy source causing the changes. The culminating activity is Matter Day, which includes a visit from a chemistry professor from the University of Virginia.
Berkeley Glenn Elementary in Waynesboro, $2,500, to develop an EcoWalk that incorporates core curricular subjects with physical education, music and arts, while addressing Virginia’s Standards of Learning.
Booker T. Washington Middle in Newport News, $5,000, for students to explore the wetlands at Ragged Island Refuge to study water cycles, and to better understand and support the preservation of the wetlands.
Broad Rock Elementary School in Spotsylvania, $5,000, to study life cycles, examine their own carbon footprint, and learn how to protect the nature environment. Students will share their findings with parents and friends as they offer tours through classroom learning centers.
Chesterfield County School, $5,000, to develop a pod cast to be used for both remediation and enrichment for students covering various math and science SOL’s and energy conservation, efficiency and resources. Students will create engaging scripts and captivating visuals aids to teach their peers.
Coeburn Primary School in Wise County, $5,000 to provide traditional classroom facilities as well as nontraditional venues, such as a greenhouse and the Power River, to explore the water cycle, energy and plants and living systems.
Dinwiddie County Schools, $7,000, develop hands-on energy education kits for all 2nd-5th grade classes. The kits will include activities to explore magnetism, concepts of electricity, and alternative energy sources.
Dominion Trail Elementary in Loudoun County, $2,000, to develop a raised colonial garden that will allow students to study environmental science as well as social studies and art.
Henley Middle School, in Albemarle, $7,500, to study the need for alternative energy, investigate solar technology and install a solar panel to fuel the school’s hot water tanks.
The Howard Gardner School in Alexandria, $1,800, to design and install a solar power system that will power a small environmental classroom and then students will monitor the resulting energy production and use.
Hugh Mercer ElementarySchool in Fredericksburg, $4,000, to allow second grade students to apply math and science skills to investigate their natural environment. Activities include both indoor and outdoor opportunities for students to predict, investigate, evaluate and report.
Larchmont Elementary in Norfolk, $5,000 to study the Elizabeth River by exploring a marsh near the school. Students will analyze salinity levels, document plant and animal life and then investigate wind and solar energy to determine if either could be a viable solution on the marsh.
Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School in Richmond, $6,000 to train students in the "Saving the Earth through Conservation" group to do energy audits and identify changes to improve energy efficiency at the school. The students will also plan and host an energy efficiency weekend for 100 regional middle and high school students.
Martin Luther Middle King, Jr., Middle School, Richmond, $3,000 to allow students to study water quality at nearby creeks. Students will collect and analyze water samples, analyze pH levels, and take field trips to Virginia Commonwealth University’s Rice Center.
Montevideo Middle School, in Rockingham County, $1,600, to allow 6th grade students the chance to explore alternative sources of energy by designing and building a model town. The hypothetical town will allow students to investigate wind power, solar power and fuels from plants and biological waste.
Mountain View Elementary School in Loudoun County, $2,000, to build a nature trail and outdoor classroom where students will study environmental science. Stations will include a natural wetland, a small weather station and a butterfly garden.
Powell Valley Primary School in Wise County, for kindergarten students to investigate life cycles, natural resources, water cycle and magnets using technology, fiction and nonfiction children’s books, and other resources.
Prince William County Schools, $10,000, for all 4th and 6th graders to participate Project Green Planet, a curriculum designed to allow students to explore water quality and the role of plants in our environment.
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, in Fairfax, $10,000, to purchase and install an initial solar panel array, with plans to expand in the future. Students will implement the solar technology, and then publicize their findings to groups throughout Northern Virginia.
Tidewater Regional Governor’s School Summer Enrichment Program, $5,000, for 60 students from Isle of Wight, Franklin, Suffolk and Southampton Public Schools to attend an 11-day workshop entitled "Preparing for the Olympics: It’s About Energy." Students will explore energy needs to hold the Olympics including temperature control, lighting, broadcasting, sound systems and food preparation.
Virginia/DC FIRST LEGO League, $10,000, to support regional tournaments by development of a 'tournament-in-a-box,' which includes a trailer, 12 competition tables, and a field setup kits for the “Climate Connections” challenge.
