Energy Education

Connecting Education & Innovation

At DCO Energy, LLC (DCO), we take pride in building a team of both internal and external professional resources dedicated to engaging students and the local community. We have created a JCPS ESIP Project Website that will allow sharing of updates and progress of the ESIP Project and Educational Component. DCO and our Competitive Edge team will include local, educational outreach resources to help align with the Jersey City Public Schools academic objectives for students. We will customize an online platform with interactive multimedia to help promote STEM/STEAM Education, promote the innovative energy solutions in the ESIP, and show our community engagement. From solar animations and renderings to videos and a customized project website, we look forward to developing a platform that advances academic excellence and student achievement.

Preparing Students for a Sustainable Future

Our Student Education Program will be implemented by our Competitive Edge team with a partnership with JCPS Administration and teachers of the JCPS school system. The Student Education Program was created to respond to the need for an early introduction and enhancement of student awareness and interest in STEM/STEAM fields, energy efficiency, and construction by providing innovative educational programs for K-12 students.

The program goals are for participants to be exposed to and acquire knowledge and skills for 21st-century careers in STEAM. The goal is to provide educational and career advancing opportunities to the students of JCPS. The programs that we are proposing include but are not limited to Live Classroom, Train-to-Hire, Women in Engineering, NEED Energy Education, and ESIP Exploration.

🧑‍🏫 Engaging Every Student, Every Grade

Our target audience is students in K-12 as each program we implement will address a need or goal and tie directly into the District’s curriculum. While we have a foundation and structure to our educational programs we ensure that all material and information provided is grade specific.

DCO and Competitive Edge will serve as the manager and administrator of the program, curriculum, and staff. Educators/teachers will be hired to assist in administering the program and serve as mentors, guides, and encouragers. Also, we will have guest speakers currently working in the STEAM fields present various topics to students throughout the schools in Jersey City. In conjunction with Jersey City Public Schools, we will provide students hands-on educational experiences, career opportunities and trips to see what STEAM opportunities are available to them.

Live Classroom🧪

Live Classroom is an engaging educational program designed for students of all grade levels, introducing them to STEM/STEAM, energy efficiency, and the construction industry. In partnership with JCPS educators and staff, the program integrates real-world energy topics into the curriculum—ensuring each experience is grade-appropriate and hands-on.

Student Experience

🏫 Aligned with JCPS curriculum

🧬 Introduces STEM/STEAM

🕒 After-school programs in Fall & Spring

☀️ Two-week summer learning sessions

💻 Online access to materials & videos

🎯 Goal: Reach every student in the district

Program Opportunities

👩‍🔬 Hands-on learning for girls

🏗️ Exposure to engineering & construction

🧑‍🏫 Custom programs developed with JCPS

🎓 College and career readiness support

🤝 Internship and mentorship opportunities

🚀 Designed to inspire future leaders in technical fields

👩‍🔧 Women in Engineering

This program is designed to empower girls and young women in Jersey City by giving them hands-on exposure to careers in STEM/STEAM, engineering, and construction. In collaboration with JCPS staff and administrators, we’ve created a supportive environment where students can explore academic paths and real-world opportunities in traditionally underrepresented fields.

Garden State Esports 🛠️

Garden State Esports is a nonprofit scholastic gaming league founded by educators to help students stay connected, engaged, and inspired.

What began as a local effort has grown into the largest scholastic esports league in the U.S. and now serves as New Jersey’s official body for student-centered, competitive gaming.

Through their partnership, participating schools gain access to inclusive, structured esports experiences that promote social connection, emotional growth, and academic engagement.

Why It Matters

🔧 Supports schools with organized, inclusive competition
🤝 97% of students made at least one new friend
🏫 93% feel a stronger sense of belonging at school
📚 75% report better attendance and effort in class

📊 57% of Esport participants plan to major in STEM fields