Meet "Watson", our school energy mascot! As an active part of the New Jersey Green Schools program, Hooper Avenue has formed a Green Team, whose job it is to assess energy consumption in the school building and make recommendations for improved energy management. Staff and students alike are encouraged by Watson to become aware of energy issues around the school and take positive steps to save our natural resources.

KIDS! Play a fun energy conservation game at http://www.energyhog.org/

Find information and activities on alternative fuels and conservation at www1.eere.energy.gov/kids/index.html

Here's what our school can do to save energy:
Turn off all computers that are not required to be on 24 hours a day.
  Be sure lights in closets and storage areas are turned off when not in use.
  Be sure all lights in mechanical areas are turned off when not in use.
  Check all classroom lights and turn off when not needed.
  Check for obstructions in front of ventilation units.
  Report all equipment that is not working properly.
  Check all printers and copiers to be sure they are off before leaving the building.
  Report all leaking faucets and other water-related items.
  Check all thermostats' settings.
  Be sure all personal lights and heaters that are brought into the classroom are turned off before leaving the school each day.
  Report all time clocks not working properly.
  Be sure all windows are closed and secured.