2026 OPPD Level 1 Energy Education Workshop for Teachers – Omaha, Nebraska

About this event

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Experience the impact of NEED’s hands-on energy education workshops! Each year, educators across the country join NEED to explore engaging, standards-aligned activities, discover free curriculum resources, and leave ready to bring energy concepts to life for their students. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this exciting learning experience. Register for a workshop today!

Don’t just take our word for it! See what workshop attendees had to say about their recent PD experience:

“I had a wonderful time as well as I learned so much knew knowledge. All activities were applicable to my teaching and can’t wait to share with my fellow teachers.”

“Great workshop and terrific investment of my time. I learned so much I didn’t know about energy in real world applications, this will be so very useful in my classroom. Thank you so much!”

“This was highly engaging workshop! One of the best I have ever attended in 31 years of teaching!”

Date and Location

November 7, 2026

Omaha Marriott

10220 Regency Circle

Omaha, NE 68114

For The Attendees:

•Hands-on kits and curriculum

materials

•A great day of hands-on learning

and professional networking

•Breakfast and lunch

•Stipend Provided

Questions? Email Eric Bensalah at ejbensalah@oppd.com

Agenda

8:30 a.m. Check-In

9:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions

Review workshop goals and begin planning how to use the materials and activities in your school.

9:30 a.m. The Science of Energy

Explore hands-on investigations that bring energy forms and transformations to life while helping students master key science standards.

10:30 a.m. Omaha Electric Connections

Explore how different energy sources contribute to electricity generation locally and nationally.

10:50 a.m. Circuits to Microgrids

Build and compare series and parallel circuits while exploring how electric grids and microgrids distribute power.

11:45 a.m. Lunch and OPPD Energy Education & Home Energy Efficiency Resources

12:30 p.m. Baseload Balance

Explore how grid operators balance electricity generation and demand throughout the day.

1:15 p.m. Introduction to Energy Efficiency & Conservation

Investigate how energy is used at home and school and identify simple steps you and your students can take to reduce consumption.

1:30 p.m. Energy House

Explore efficiency, conservation, and diminishing returns by insulating a model house with various materials and testing its performance.

2:20 p.m. Energy Career Explorations

Explore classroom activities that introduce diverse energy careers, strengthen career-ready skills, and connect learning to real-world opportunities.

2:50 p.m. Q&A, Post-Assessment, and Evaluations

Complete evaluations, post-assessment, and classroom kit orders.

3:15 p.m. Adjourn

From Wendi Moss