School Programs

A perfect place to spread the word about electrical safety is to the youth of our community. Teaching electrical safety at a young age ensures those thoughts and concepts will remain with the children as they mature into adults. That is why EnerStar Power sponsors several youth programs.

4th Grade Safety Expo

Each spring, many area students attend EnerStar's 4th Grade Safety Day. The innovative event begins with a demonstration presented by Kyle Finely, owner of Live Line Demo. Finley shows the children how electricity travels through wires, and what happens when a kite hits a power line or a truck backs into a utility pole. The live Line display contains 7,200 volts of electricity and is constructed with the same poles, transformers, and line hardware used by EnerStar Power. Finley uses props such as a fake squirrel, a hot dog, a balloon to show the effects of electricity. The Live Line Demo in the past has been followed by a testimonial of EnerStar member, Delmar Bell, a Paris farmer, who was injured in a power line accident over 20 years ago. Following Bell's discussion, the children have the opportunity to witness the important role of the cooperative and it's utility linemen in discussions and demonstrations, such as trying on the linemen's equipment.

Get Charged! Discovery Channel School Program

EnerStar Power launched the Get Charged! program, a joint initiative of Touchstone Energy Cooperatives and Discovery Channel School, to give students a real-world understanding of power, the purpose of electricity, and the important role electric cooperatives play in delivering the power that runs their everyday lives.

Middle school students throughout the service area have access to the program, which provides a variety of educational tools, including videos, CD-ROMS, a Teacher's Resource Guide, student activity books and other collateral materials, all at no charge to the school.

Farm Town Electrical Safety Program

Schools and organizations can contact EnerStar regarding our table-top safety demonstration that utilizes electricity in a life-like rural setting of "Electric Junction." With main characters, Neon Leon and Lightnin' Liz, the program helps all age groups become more aware of the importance of electrical safety.

Progressive Farmer Farm Safety Day Camp

EnerStar is a proud participant in the Progressive Farmer Farm Safety Program held at Kansas School. The event is coordinated by the Carle Center for Rural Health and Farm Safety, the Edgar County University of Illinois Extension, and the Kansas Future Farmers of America.

Safety Literature

EnerStar can provide your school or club with electricity-related brochures and literature. Materials available are suitable for pre-schools through high school. Contact EnerStar to check on availability. Three weeks' notice is suggested as some materials must be ordered.