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What is the Youth Energy COnference and Awards?
The 38th Annual NEED Youth Energy Conference and Awards gives students more opportunities to learn about energy and to explore energy in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). The annual June conference will have students from across the country working in groups on an Energy Challenge designed to stretch their minds and energy knowledge.
Full STEM Ahead — June 21-22
Want to stretch your mind even more? A limited number of spaces are available for a special two-day,
pre-conference event which will allow students access to additional hands-on energy sessions, time to discuss energy with their peers,
and access to industry professionals to learn about energy careers.
Hotel Information
Hotel accommodations are provided at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City June 22nd-25th for all registered attendees and June 21st-25th for Pre-Conference participants.
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
2799 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Arlington, VA 22202
Who is Eligible to Attend?
Students who participate in the Youth Awards project and
meet criteria as determined by the Lead Teacher are invited to attend the conference and awards. Lead Teachers will determine the number of chaperones required to attend based on school requirements. Families should check with their lead teachers for school specific eligibility requirements.
Project Submission
Have you submitted your project? The Youth Energy Conference and Awards is the culminating event for the Youth Awards Program for Energy Achievement.
- Find out more about the program and how to submit a project at www.need.org/youth-awards.
- And make sure to check out last years winning projects here!
YOUTH ENERGY CONFERENCE & AWARDS REGISTRATION FEE |
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| Triple/Quad Room | Double Room | Single Room | |
| Registration | $550.00 | $640.00 | $945.00 |
| Full STEM Ahead* | $150.00 | $180.00 | $285.00 |
*(Limited availability! All participants in Full STEM Ahead must register for the entire conference)
Registration Information
All persons planning to stay in participant hotel rooms,
participate in meals, attend sessions, participate in tours,
and/or attend the awards ceremony on Monday, June 25th
must register for the conference. We are unable to offer à la carte registration options.
Payment Plans
Registrants, depending on the date of registration, will be
provided various payment plans. Lead teachers will be provided a
payment form for reference.
Program Resources
All the stuff you need for the big event!
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Youth Awards Winners
Want to see all the great projects submitted this year? You want the Youth Awards page!
Full STEM Ahead!
June 21-22
Come early and experience additional hands-on energy sessions, access to industry professionals, and get to know your fellow attendees before the main conference.
In 2018, students will work in small groups on a service learning project, giving back to programs in the DC area providing resources that teachers and school groups can use to learn and teach about energy. Then, spend some time talking with energy professionals. Learning what skills and background you need for your own energy career.
WHAT HAVE PAST ATTENDEES SAID
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“My student especially enjoyed attending the pre-conference and meeting students from other states and really getting to know them.”
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“My students work hard throughout the school year and this is a great way of rewarding them for their hard work.”
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“Our students really enjoyed being involved in the pre-conference activities."
Event schedule
Want to know what to expect? An overview of the 2018 Youth Energy Conference and Awards is to the right. Download the pdf below for the full agenda.
2018 Agenda
The pre-conference agenda refers to the pre-conference event which allows students access to additional information, time to discuss energy with their peers, and access to industry professionals.
Welcome to the first official event of the 2018 Youth Energy Conference! Learn about what you can expect over the next few days and meet your fellow Pre-Conference participants.
Students will work in teams to develop energy learning tools for local student organizations. Create meaningful activities to help others learn about energy resources, energy efficiency, and more.
Join us for lunch with your career mentors. A great chance to ask any last minute questions, or pick up business cards!
Junior - Tidewater II (2nd Floor)
Senior - Arlington/Fairfax (3rd Floor)
Working in small groups, students work to address a real-world challenge. The challenge goals, parameters, expectations, and timeframe will be provided at this time. Each group will consist of grade level peers from different schools and will be paired with a NEED Youth Staff member to help them meet their challenge and create their presentation.
While your students work on their Energy in STEM Challenge, stop by and learn more about NEED, who we are, what we do, and what to expect this weekend.
While your students work on their Energy in STEM Challenge, teachers meet to discuss the weekend, share tips, and ask questions about their time in Washington D.C. Explore some new NEED activities too!
*Bring trading items to dinner!
Meet Youth and NEED staff and get acquainted with your fellow award winners through NEED activities and icebreakers. Attendees exchange trinkets and memorabilia from their home states with other attendees.
Special thanks to American Electric Power for sponsoring of the Youth Awards Welcome Dinner.
After Welcoming Program
Ice Cream Social
Junior - Tidewater II (2nd Floor)
Senior - Arlington/Fairfax (3rd Floor)
Join your groups from yesterday and work together on your Solution to the Energy in STEM Challenge.
Wonder what your students have been up to all year? Spend a few hours having some fun with STEM! Stretch your science mind and partake in a little light-hearted competition among adults.
Youth Staff will walk groups to Metro.
Evening Options include: Big Bus Night Tour, Kennedy Center, Baseball, Arena Stage, Ghost Tours, Monuments Tour on your own, etc. Enjoy dinner on your own at one of Washington’s culinary hot spots and favorites!
6:00 p.m. Shuttle B Departs
Get ready for Youth Awards Ceremony, pack up, and check out. Luggage may be stored in this area until 9 p.m.
8:00 a.m. Breakfast Begins
8:30 a.m. Awards Ceremony Begins
Presentation of the Colors
Welcome Speaker Keynote Speaker
State Awards Presentation
National Awards Student Presentations
2018 Youth Conference Gallery
Check out all the fun times we had last year on our SmugMug page!
See What The Youth Staff Have to Say!
Read blogs written by our Youth Staff about their experience with NEED and as a Youth Staff member.
Eight Years with NEED
Chloe Weiss shares her experience with NEED and the Youth Energy Conference and Awards.
Read all of Eight Years with NEED
Youth Staff 2018
Erin Baer talks about her experience with NEED and participating as a Youth Staff member.
Read all of Youth Staff 2018
My NEED Experience
NEED student and Youth Staff Member Janelli Pineda describes her experience at this years Youth Energy Conference and Awards.
Read all of My NEED Experience
Apply to be a member of the 2019 Youth Staff! (pdf)
Due Dec 13, 2018
We can't wait to see you!
Register your group or student for the big weekend.