Transportation

A really interesting interactive graphic that allows students to explore different sources and end uses of energy over the history of the United States. It clearly demonstrates how energy sources have shifted over time, as well as increasing energy consumption as the US population expanded.

This unique program pairs high school science teachers with a mentor doing cutting-edge research in an academic lab or a lab associated with another nonprofit institution. The Murdock Trust awards approximately 25 Partners in Science grants each year to fund these teacher-mentor research opportunities in the Pacific Northwest. Our goal is to help teachers bring knowledge from the research lab directly into the classroom to promote hands-on science education. 

A robust resource for educators and district looking for tools and fremworks to support career-connected learning. After logging in (required), users can access a wealth of curricula, pathways, and tools for supporting STEM and other careers. Highhlights include "Day in the Life" videos for a wealth of careers, featuring many women in STEM and BIPOC professionals, and the Linked Learning pathway framweok and certification that will help focus career preparatory efforts across the K-12 spectrum. 

Generation 180 is a nonprofi working to inspire and equip people to take action on clean energy. The site includes a wealth of resources for engaging student's in exploring how they use energy, understanding how energy decisions are made, and providing them with tools so they can take big or small actions to promote clean energy locally. Two features include the Energy Challenge (to organize class/local challenges) and the Boot Camp virtual course. The site also has reports on school solar, with success stories, trends, and guide for including solar in your school.