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APES teachers, Unit 6 is here.

Energy Resources and Consumption is where everything ramps up. Students need more math practice, stronger data analysis, and better FRQ reasoning.

We built a teacher-first Unit 6 toolkit you can download and use right away:
• free, editable lessons
• data sets + computational analysis
• FRQ skill-building + task verbs
• note-taking guides that actually help students

Check out our new and teacher-centric site. No extra logins. No tech stress.

Explore the APES Tools and Resources: https://switchclassroom.org/apes-unit-6-peak-season-a-teacher-first-toolkit-for-energy-resources-and-consumption/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=APESPeak

Giving Tuesday is here. Switch Classroom gives educators hundreds of free lessons and activities to teach energy with clarity and confidence. If you believe change starts with knowledge, we hope you will support our work today.

Donate: https://givebutter.com/SEA-GivingTuesday

Giving Tuesday is tomorrow.

Switch Energy Alliance works to make energy understanding accessible for everyone through free classroom resources, educator support, student and ambassador programs, and media that explains how energy shapes our lives.

If you believe in the importance of energy literacy, we hope you will consider supporting our mission.

Give here: https://givebutter.com/SEA-GivingTuesday

NSTA Minn25 is almost here. We’re looking forward to meeting educators onsite. Be sure to visit Switch Classroom in the exhibit hall and discover how we support teaching and learning in STEM.

Check out our presentations. Attendees will get access to digital bundles that include full lesson plans, discussion prompts, and data-driven activities that tie directly to NGSS and state standards.
More info:https://na2.hubs.ly/H01ZTTD0

Switch Classroom at NSTA 2025: Bringing Energy Literacy to Life Switch Classroom at NSTA 2025: Bringing Energy Literacy to Life - Switch Classroom We'll be sharing free, classroom-ready energy resources.

Fellows Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Scott W. Tinker
Join us Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the STANYS Conference to hear Dr. Scott W. Tinker, Chairman and CEO of Switch Energy Alliance, present his talk:

“A New Path for Energy and Climate in the 21st Century.”

Dr. Tinker is a global energy explorer and educator who brings together industry, government, academia, and NGOs to address key challenges in energy, the environment, and the economy. Attend to gain insight into how collaboration and innovation can shape a sustainable and equitable energy future.

https://na2.hubs.ly/H01XTrJ0

🎃 New Halloween Lesson: Energy Density Edition

How much energy hides in your favorite Halloween treats? 🍫
Our newest Switch Classroom lesson helps students explore energy density through hands-on activities (and a little candy science). Perfect for keeping students engaged this spooky season.

Explore the free lesson here (or Scan the QR code in the post): https://na2.hubs.ly/H01LSm80

Celebrate Earth Science Week by discovering the power of our planet!
We’ve gathered videos, lessons, and activities to bring Earth’s stories to life in your classroom.
Scan the QR code to explore more!

Earth Science Week is just around the corner!

Looking for fresh, standards-aligned resources to energize your next lessons? Switch Classroom offers free, engaging content and hands-on activities for Earth Science topics—perfect for sparking student discovery and discussion. How do you plan to explore Earth Science Week with your class? Let us know your favorite activities!

Earth Science Week starts next week!

This year’s celebration highlights the importance of understanding our planet through science, exploration, and discovery. Follow along with for contests, events, and activities happening around the globe.

Switch Classroom is excited to support teachers with a free collection of Earth Science Week lessons and activities , from hands-on labs to data-driven exercises, that connect directly to classroom learning.

Teachers: explore ready-to-use resources to bring energy, earth systems, and human–environment connections into your Earth Science Week plans.

https://na2.hubs.ly/H01qJWq0

Let’s celebrate the science of our planet together!

Don't miss your chance to join our free Middle School: Energy and Electricity webinar tomorrow, September 30th, 6:00-7:00 PM CST.

Here's what you'll take away:
• A hands-on Play-Doh circuits lab that makes electricity unforgettable.
• Strategies for teaching energy transformations in a clear, engaging way.
• Free lessons and resources you can use immediately.

This session is free, virtual, and designed by teachers, for teachers. Perfect for middle school science educators. Scan the QR code in the post to register!

Did you know that fewer than 55% of students earned a passing score on the 2024 AP Environmental Science exam? Not sure what strategies to focus on this year in your AP ES class to help your students succeed? We've got you covered.

Join us for a free, one-hour webinar on September 23rd, led by experienced AP Environmental Science readers and teachers from our Teacher Advisory Council.

September 23rd, 6:00 - 7:00 PM CST

We'll break down:

What experienced AP ES teachers prioritize
FRQ tips and scoring insight from readers
Common student pitfalls, and how to fix them
Digital exam prep strategies
Free classroom-ready resources you can start using immediately

Save your spot now - Register here: https://na2.hubs.ly/H01d7gk0