Wednesday, October 17, 2018

WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL students receive important visit from DTE

Recently two representatives from DTE Energy spoke to sixth grade science students at West Middle School. The representatives, Patty and Bridget, explained how energy is produced and sent into our homes. The representatives told us electricity is generated mainly using coal, nuclear power, natural gas and biomass.
     
In addition, Patty and Bridget gave our students several safety tips including staying 25 feet from power lines and when you smell natural gas in your home, leave immediately and call 911. 
    
Finally, the DTE Representatives presented great money saving strategies to the sixth graders. They told the students that changing to LED bulbs could save their household $10 a year per bulb. Also, using power strips will cut down on phantom loads. The representatives encouraged the students to take five-minute showers to save on natural resources, electricity and water. 
    
We are grateful to the DTE representatives, Patty and Bridget, for partnering with West Middle School. They did an amazing job interacting with sixth grade students and answering their questions. Their presentation was informative and entertaining. By putting their suggestions into practice we will help save the planet and our money. 

Submitted by Sara Bochenek



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