A bright California high school classroom, students working in small groups around a table with a small solar panel and multi-meter, natural sunlight streaming through large windows, 35mm photography.
A bright California high school classroom, students working in small groups around a table with a small solar panel and multi-meter, natural sunlight streaming through large windows, 35mm photography.
/ Open-Source Education

Practical grid literacy in California.

Classroom-ready science curricula and neighborhood-scale toolkits designed by energy educators for immediate, highly practical community application.

Our Resources

Designed for immediate action

Access free, structured toolkits and lesson plans tailored to California state educational standards and local community needs.

GRADES K-5
GRADES 6-12
NEIGHBORHOODS

Solar Discovery Kits

Grid Management Unit

Local Energy Audits

Interactive lessons introducing solar energy fundamentals, circuit building, and basic storage concepts with simple hands-on materials.

Advanced curriculum exploring real-world grid balancing, peak demand management, and local energy storage solutions.

A complete step-by-step toolkit for organizing neighborhood energy walks, identifying conservation opportunities, and mapping local resources.

Are these aligned with state standards?

Common Questions

Frequently asked details

Yes, all school curricula are fully aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and tailored for California classrooms.

All materials are open-source and free to download, funded by regional donors committed to localized grid resilience.

Can we request physical science kits?

We distribute a limited number of physical kits to Title I schools each term. You can apply for kit sponsorship through our support page.