Clarendon 3 teachers attend Santee Cooper institute

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MONCKS CORNER – This summer, Santee Cooper provided hands-on experience in critical fields of the energy industry to two Clarendon County educators, as part of the 29th annual Energy Educators Institute series at the Wampee Conference Center in Pinopolis, S.C.

“I gained so much from this experience,” said Debbie Lee, a language arts and social studies teacher at East Clarendon Middle/High School. “I did not know that there were so many aspects of Santee Cooper. Not only is Santee Cooper involved in the creation of energy, but it also promotes environmental stewardship, economic development and educational programs for teachers and students. Santee Cooper truly gives back to the community.”

More than 70 educators from across the state participated in this graduate level course, receiving interdisciplinary materials while gaining new knowledge and understanding about complex topics, including the production of electricity and the opportunities and challenges of renewable energy. This was illustrated through field experiences and tours of Santee Cooper facilities.