Green Technology Program
Bergenfield Public Schools and Bergen County Vocational Technical Schools have designed a shared-time pilot program at Bergenfield High School geared toward identifying Students who would benefit from an innovative approach that integrates real-world, hands-on project work (Green Tech experience) with academic instruction. The themes of green technology, current environmental issues, and sustainable design are to be used as the foundation for the instructional process.
Students in this interdisciplinary program would have their science, social studies, and a career and technical lab integrated together during 3 class periods daily. As part of this experience, students will work on real-world projects such as designing and constructing new energy-efficient devices such as solar powered vehicles, state-of-the-art water purifiers, and sustainable agriculture systems. Concepts taught in both the academic and Green Tech classrooms will provide students with the necessary background to apply what they learn in these types of projects.
Four Year Course Sequence
The four year program integrates real world design challenges into technical content that motivates students to design and create a sustainable future. Students will gain the basic knowledge of design principles similar to that of a standard pre-engineering program. However, the continuous theme of sustainability will guide students through design challenges in energy/transportation, materials technology, and environmental management.