Education
News coverage and analysis of current developments in water education at all levels, including emerging trends in learning, and notable efforts by education and industry professionals.
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Vista Irrigation District Recognizes Scholarship Winners and Student Artists
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalThe Vista Irrigation District awarded college scholarships to seven high school seniors selected as winners of the district’s annual scholarship contest. Three fourth-grade students from the local community were also selected as winners of the district‑sponsored Student Poster Art Contest. Emilie Taylor received a $2,500 scholarship, Samantha Bailey received a $2,000 scholarship, and Abigayle Paliotti […]
Fourth-Grade Artists Win OMWD Water Awareness Poster Contest
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalThree fourth-grade student artists were recognized for their award-winning artwork by the Olivenhain Municipal Water District Board of Directors at its May 18 meeting as the top three entries in the 2022 “Love Water, Save Water” Poster Contest. For 29 years, the district has invited fourth-grade students living or attending school within the Olivenhain Municipal […]
Helix Water District 2022 Student Poster Contest Winners Highlight ‘Water is Life’
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalThe Helix Water District Board of Directors honored East County student artists for their winning “Water Is Life” posters in an online awards ceremony during its May 2022 board meeting. Southern California students in kindergarten through eighth grade are invited to participate in their regional water agency’s Student Poster Art Contest to increase awareness about […]
San Diego County Students Discover Practical Water Solutions
/in Education, Features /by Kristiene GongOn April 28, the San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors showcased this year’s group of award winners from the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair. The Water Authority has judged water-related projects in the fair for several decades as part of an effort to support STEM education in the region and inspire […]
High School Students Invited to Enter Special Districts Video Contest
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalSan Diego County high school students whose Instagram Reels and TikTok skills impress their friends can put them to good use and earn scholarship money for their efforts. The 2022 California Special Districts Association San Diego Chapter video scholarship competition is open through the end of April. The annual “Districts Make The Difference” contest promotes […]
College Scholarships Offered for Water Industry Education
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalMultiple California water associations and water agencies in San Diego County are offering college scholarships to help candidates achieve their goals. A large number of recent retirements combined with the need for a skilled workforce up to date on new technologies have resulted in a critical need to increase the talent pool of skilled individuals […]
Sweetwater Authority Opens 2022 High School Photo Contest
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalThe Sweetwater Authority calls on high school student photographers to enter its 2022 High School Photo Contest. This year’s contest challenges students to creatively photograph the many ways people use water. The 2022 theme is “Water In Daily Life.” Water supports our daily lives. It flows into our homes, helping to quench our thirst, cook, […]
Four San Diego County Student Artists Featured in 2022 Calendar
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalFour talented San Diego County student artists from the region’s schools are among 37 Southern California students whose artwork will appear in the 2022 “Water Is Life” Student Art Calendar. Produced by the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, the “Water is Life” Student Art Calendar showcases student artwork with imaginative water conservation and water […]
Top 10 Tips for Saving Water This Fall
/in Education, Features /by Andrea MoraAs drought conditions persist throughout the Southwest, the San Diego County Water Authority and its member agencies continue to actively support the state’s call for a 15% voluntary reduction in water use. San Diego County residents and businesses can continue WaterSmart practices this fall by following these simple and easy tips to save water. Simple […]
New Digital Water Education Workbook Makes a Splash
/in Education, Features /by Mike LeeThe San Diego County Water Authority today released an interactive, digital workbook to help upper elementary students learn about the region’s most precious natural resource: water. The online digital water education workbook is the latest addition to the Water Authority’s long-running education program that has helped instill water knowledge in hundreds of thousands of students […]
Drought, Water Supply and Climate Change in the San Diego Region
/in Education, Features /by Kristiene GongAn update on San Diego’s water supply during the current drought, and how climate change affects regional weather, was the main focus of a recent event sponsored by several organizations. The Citizens Water Academy, Leaders 20/20 and San Diego Green Drinks hosted a lunch and learn session August 17 that also provided details on how […]
Interactive Display Added to Hydro Station Project in Chula Vista
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalA new display added to the Chula Vista Hydro Station helps students learn about the water treatment process through interactive activities. This unique joint educational partnership between the Sweetwater Authority, the Otay Water District, and the Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD), the Hydro Station opened two years ago on August 15, at the Richard […]
Young Artists Win Otay WD “Water is Life” Student Poster Contest
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalFive young artists from Chula Vista area schools are the winners of Otay Water District’s 2021 “Water is Life” Student Poster Contest for illustrating the value of using water wisely. Otay’s educational program invites students to create artwork depicting the importance of water conservation and stewardship. The students are encouraged to illustrate the theme “Water […]
Class of 2022 Cheers New FPUD Rattlesnake Tank Artwork
/in Education, Features /by Gayle FalkenthalAlthough the Fallbrook Public Utility District water storage tank uphill from South Mission Road has received a fresh set of painted numbers annually for 35 years, this week’s update was the most anticipated makeover ever. FPUD crews change the painted numbers on the tank to reflect the year incoming seniors will graduate at Fallbrook High […]
San Diego Radio DJs Promote WaterSmart Lifestyles
/in Education, Features /by Andrea MoraWell-known local radio DJs Geena the Latina from Channel 93.3, Beto Perez from Jam’n 95.7 and Tati from Star 94.1, are teaming up with the San Diego County Water Authority this summer to thank San Diegans for using water wisely and are encouraging residents to keep our region drought-safe. While drought conditions persist across the […]