LivingWise Program

General Program Overview

Oncor's hands-on "Take A Load Off, Texas®" LivingWise® Program is designed to educate sixth-grade students about using energy and water resources wisely. This flexible and turnkey program provides teachers with education materials, lesson plans, activity books, and other engaging activities that can be used inside and outside the classroom. Program content supports Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), builds science and math skills, and increases knowledge of energy efficiency. When education is fun, change is inevitable! With this fun-filled program, teachers, kids, and parents/guardians alike can get excited about the benefits of using less energy and helping to protect the environment.

The LivingWise Program was developed by teachers, for teachers, and emphasizes resource conservation education. The Program teaches students and families about:

• The value of natural resources
• How electricity is created and distributed
• The power of individual and collective action
• The benefits of energy-efficient behaviors
• The relationship between energy and water
• The technology available to help reduce energy and water use

Learning does not stop in the classroom! Every student will receive his own Energy Savings Kit which includes items such as compact fluorescent light bulbs and faucet aerators that will help students apply their classroom lessons in their homes quickly and easily.

Participation is easy. In return for teacher participation we request that students pledge to save energy every day and complete four short Scantron surveys. Responses help Oncor gauge the knowledge gained by each student during the Program. If students take the pledge and return their surveys, each student will receive a "Take A Load Off, Texas" T-shirt and special Program wristband! Self-addressed postage paid return envelopes are provided to teachers so that they may return completed forms easily.

Eligibility Requirements

• Available to sixth-grade science classes located in Oncor's service area.

How to Participate

Teachers and school officials interested in enrolling can obtain more information by clicking here.

For more information about Oncor's LivingWise Program click here.

Phone: 1.866.905.5778
E-mail: eecustinfo@oncor.com