Our Energy for Education program supports learning opportunities for students of all ages. We are helping students succeed in school and beyond, starting with programs that promote literacy to providing assistance with college and career preparation.
Through our participation in the nationally-recognized Read Across America program, NJNG is teaching children about the joys of reading. We are also putting books into the hands of young children to engage their imagination and creativity through the Share-A-Story program.
Our Project Venture mentoring program gives students the chance to experience the business world firsthand. Employee mentors work closely with school children in urban areas to emphasize the importance of education and prepare students for challenging careers. The recently established Project Venture Scholarship is helping these students to realize their potential with financial support for their higher education.
Students in urban areas benefit from other NJNG-sponsored programs that encourage school achievement such as Scholastic Aptitude Test preparation classes and college field trips. KidBiz3000 is another program that has been successful in many school districts throughout our service territory. The internet-based learning tool helps to build reading, writing and technology skills.
NJNG's Libraries On-Line program supports lifelong learning by offering faster and improved access to online information and communication at public libraries. The program has provided new equipment and high-speed Internet connections to libraries in Asbury Park, Long Branch, Red Bank, Keyport and Dover.
Through these, and many other initiatives, we're helping to expand educational opportunities in our communities. Education opens the door to career success and personal fulfillment that last a lifetime.
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