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Now that classes are back in session across the state, the San Diego County Water Authority (SDCWA) is offering schools, teachers and students an array of water-themed resources, including several that are free.
“Students who learn where our water comes from and how to make the most of every drop become advocates for a safe and reliable water supply,” said Mark Muir, chair of the Water Authority’s Board of Directors. “Plus, kids and teachers have a lot of fun while they learn with our creative and interactive programs.”
Programs include:
- Free school-wide assembly programs that help elementary students understand the water cycle, how tap water gets to homes, water conservation, aquifers and watersheds, and related topics
- School visits from the Splash Science Mobile Lab, which allows students to investigate how water pollution affects the environment and the importance of using water efficiently through hands-on activities
- Free posters for elementary classrooms illustrating the water cycle and California’s major water distribution systems
- A 13-minute history of water in the region, accompanied by a digital flipbook
- A major water-themed exhibit at the Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park
The Water Authority’s school education programs are part of the agency’s broader commitment to promote ongoing water-use efficiency no matter the weather.
Details, including directions for participation, are at www.sdcwa.org/education.
