Energy Express

Unleashing the power of play through non-competitive games😁!

Jessica Harmening helped bring the power of play to life during our statewide training! Participants explored the value of non-competitive games that foster cooperation, creativity, and free play.

Through hands-on learning, they built a toolkit of engaging activities designed to promote inclusion, teamwork, and joy that they can carry with them throughout the summer!

Creating print-rich environments is at the heart of building strong readers, and we were lucky to learn from one of the best!

With 42 years in the classroom and 19 summers with Energy Express, Liz Eddy brought unmatched experience and passion to our recent training session. She guided mentors and coordinators through what it really means to create a print-rich environment, and how small, intentional changes can make a big impact on a child’s literacy journey.

Why Do Print-Rich Environments Matter at Energy Express?

A print-rich environment surrounds children with meaningful, engaging text—helping them see that reading and writing are part of everyday life. From labeled spaces and word walls to books, signs, and student work, these environments:
📚 Build vocabulary and comprehension
✏️ Encourage curiosity and independence
💬 Strengthen communication skills
🌟 Foster a love of reading

At Energy Express, we’re creating spaces where literacy comes to life!