The National Center for Sustainable Transportation supported K-12 students by offering field trip opportunities, developing curriculum for junior high and high school students, and by supporting summer school programs.
California State Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) Program
COSMOS is an intensive four-week summer residential program for high school students who have demonstrated an aptitude for academic and professional careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects. Click to learn more.
Design the Future with Solar Energy: Solar Curriculum Project
The purpose of the “Design the Future with Solar Energy: Solar Curriculum Project” is to create an engaging solar curriculum for a broad range of students to explore. The goal of the solar curriculum is to combine the basics of solar energy with cutting edge solar technology with a hands-on fun approach that will inspire students to think creatively about solar energy innovation and sustainable transportation.
Introduction to GIS High School Workshop
The CSULB Center for International Trade and Transportation (CITT) developed an introductory GIS workshop for high school students with a focus on sustainable transportation. The workshop serves as the initial K-12 step of engaging the next generation into sustainable transportation career pathways. Click the link for more information.
Field Trips
The National Center for Sustainable Transportation hosted students of multiple grade levels. Junior high and high school classes have toured UC Davis to gain an overview of the Institute of Transportation Studies, tour electric vehicles and charging stations, and engage in small group discussions with NCST researchers, faculty, staff, and students.
If you are a junior high or high school teacher interested in field trip opportunities at ITS-Davis, please contact Anna Espitallier.