Author: Jose Aguilar

Training was extensive but very informational and rewarding. I will apply what I learned in training throughout the summer by continuing to complete the goals I set for myself at the beginning of the summer. There were also various teaching techniques that I learned that I want to implement when teaching the Energy Specialist’s things, because everyone has distinct ways of learning that can or cannot be effective.

I participated in the California Youth Energy Service (CYES) program last year as an energy specialist, where I learned a lot about problems CYES is trying to tackle. This year working as a Leader in Field Training (LIFT) has given me a very different perspective. There is a clear distinction between being an Energy Specialist and a LIFT.

This year I learned a lot more about the CYES and its goals, but it also allowed me to learn more about myself. I have acknowledged the qualities I need to work on in order to be a better person in the community. One of the main things I enjoyed from this year was being able to pass down knowledge to the new Energy Specialists and help them grow, by showing them that they can make a change.

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Eduardo demonstrating how to insert an LED energy efficient light bulb.

 

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Eduardo’s Energy Specialist learning from Eduardo on how to install a LED light bulb.

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