Energy Education Camps

“The Energy Camp sponsored by TDEC has been the most informative and inspiring professional development I have attended in over 10 years. I will be able to use a number of ideas presented in my STEM classroom. Please continue to support these types of workshops for science and STEM teachers, they are truly beneficial.” Carolyn Washing - West Wilson Middle School

“I truly enjoyed this workshop. It has given me some new ideas to teach energy to my 6th graders that will keep them interested and excited about learning. The materials given are going to be used in my classroom. I also appreciate the thought behind the cost. When you have to provide for so many students that part was appreciated.” Amanda Harris - Morrison Elementary

“The Energy Education Summer Camp has been the single best Professional Development experience I have attended in my 25 years as a science educator. I unequivocally recommend this training for all science and STEM educators.” Douglas Burroughs - Morristown West High School

“This conference/training far surpassed my needs and expectations. It was impactful because of the hands-on experiences. The materials that were given in the training will help science come more to life for my students.” Olivia Delashmitt - Jasper Middle School

“The energy camp helped me become more comfortable and confident at teaching energy sources and electricity. I gained valuable ideas to use with students to increase student engagement and hands-on activities. The items I am leaving and taking with me will add tremendously to my classroom instruction.  Was very organized and equipped!” Kelly Casey - Grandview Elementary

“I really enjoyed learning more stem activity to have for programming for the libraries. It will help to have for younger to older children. We can offer adult programs with some of the activities. Thank you for the opportunity to come learn.” Robbie Harris - McNairy County Libraries

“I really benefitted by learning different ways I can teach about energy and even incorporate energy into other subjects like math and social studies. The resources provided made the camp reproducible in my classroom and public library as soon as I return home. Thank you for providing this opportunity.” Emily Harris - McNairy County Libraries

“The program is an excellent hands on learning experience for educators. It provides valuable tools and ideas to encourage and enhance learning in our classrooms. I have very much enjoyed and greatly appreciate the knowledge and ideas presented to enhance student knowledge and curiosity in science. I will highly recommend this program to other educators.” Shannon Bass - Minor Hill School

“The 2023 Summer Energy Camp was absolutely fantastic. Each day was filled with valuable information and useful materials. The presenters were phenomenal and if given the chance I’s come back again and again. This experience has been energizing and by far the best inservice opportunity in years! Thanks so much for offering this to us teachers.” Autumn Russell - Finley Elementary

“Thank you so much for the opportunity to participate in this energy camp! This has been the best professional development I have attended in years! The activities were ALL usable in the classroom and the resources and ideas were inspiring. It’s the first professional development where time wasn’t wasted. I really enjoyed it being at a State Park too.  It helped me decide to do this too because I could explore after camp was over. The food was sooooooo good. Thank you all for being so nice and encouraging as well.” Candice Thurman - Station Camp High School

“Thank you for this great opportunity. I have enjoyed the collaboration and the hands on activities. You all have given me several lessons that I will use to start the next school year. Energy Camp got me excited about teaching again since Covid.” Giovonni Morton - Alexander Elementary