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June 3, 2009 – Teachers interested in vying for one of PSEG’s Environmental Education Grants have a few more days to work on their applications.  Company officials announced a one week extension and said that applications must be postmarked by Friday, June 12, 2009.  Teachers who can successfully link their students’ understanding of math, science, computer science, and/or technology concepts with an enthusiasm and appreciation for the environment are encouraged to apply.

Grants of up to $3,500 each are available to teachers of grades K-9.  The grants may be used to purchase materials and equipment, take field trips, and develop curriculum-related activities.  Projects must be conducted for at least 2 years.

Applications that focus on the development of one or more classroom units, the expansion of an existing course or curriculum, or the extension of classroom work to community or after-school activities will be considered.

“Our grantees come up with creative ideas each year, finding ways to get their students involved in hands-on activities that directly support what they’re learning in the classroom,” said Jo Ann Dow-Breslin, PSEG’s manager of community affairs.  ”We’re proud to support educators and their efforts to encourage students to think about the environment in new ways.”

This grant budget is $25,000 and teachers from schools in the following areas may apply: PSE&G’s utility service area, PSEG’s estuary enhancement program area and PSEG’s emergency planning zone. Awardees will be announced in October. Visit www.pseg.com/eegrants for more information and an application.