Lawrence Rochelle speaks to a group of students during career day at Southwest Elementary.

Jones-Onslow's Educational Programs

Jones-Onslow EMC has developed more than a dozen educational programs that are available to area schools. Trained representatives bring the basics of electricity, electrical safety, and energy conservation to life with hands-on projects, audio/visual materials, and classroom demonstrations. All programs are provided free, as a service to the community, by Jones-Onslow.

These programs help make learning about electricity a fun and educational experience. To schedule a Jones-Onslow educational program for your classroom, scout troop, or civic organization, or for more information about these programs call Jones-Onslow at (910) 353-1940 or (800) 682-1515 and speak with Paula Redick, the cooperative's Community Relations and Key Accounts Manager.

Basic Electricity

Basic Electricity Curriculum - Discussion featuring the basics of electricity and how electricity is generated. Illustrations show the path electricity takes from the generating plant to the students home. All ages - Modified according to grade level

Hey! What About That Electricity? - A visually exciting and colorfully presented video teaching students about how electricity is generated, transmitted and distributed.
Suggested ages 3rd grade-5fth grade

Conservation

Conservation Curriculum - Discussion featuring topics ranging from " How to read an electric meter " to " Calculating how much an appliance will cost to operate ". This session will inform students on what part they can play in helping to conserve energy. Suggested ages 6th thru 8th grade

Energy Efficient Construction - Discussion featuring the latest technology in energy efficient construction. A brief discussion on the conservation programs Jones Onslow EMC has in place to help their members with their energy needs.
Suggested Ages High School and Civic Clubs

The Energy Savers - An animated video featuring Goofy, Donald, Pluto, and Mickey and friends demonstrate easy ways to save energy at home by practicing several energy rules.
Suggested ages K thru 5th grade