Education & Safety
Scholarships
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IEC MEMORIAL
Statewide, seven $1,250 scholarships are given
annually through the Illinois Electric Cooperative Memorial Scholarship
fund. Five of the scholarships may be used at any two or four-year
accredited college or university in the United States, including
vocational/technical schools. Four of these scholarships are awarded to
a son or daughter of an Illinois electric cooperative member. One
scholarship is awarded to a son or daughter of an Illinois electric
cooperative employee or director. The remaining two scholarships are
reserved for use at an Illinois community college. Children of both
Illinois electric cooperative employees and directors are eligible. The
application deadline is January 1 each year. For
an application contact the cooperative at 244-5151.
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REND LAKE COLLEGE
Tri-County awards a tuition scholarship annually to a son or daughter of a Tri-County member. Applications are available from high school counselors or at Rend Lake College. Deadline for application is generally around January 31st.
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KASKASKIA COLLEGE
Tri-County awards a $500 scholarship annually to a son or daughter of a Tri-County member. Applications are available from high school counselors or at Kaskaskia College. Deadline for application is generally around January 31st.
Educational Programs
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LIVE LINE HIGH VOLTAGE DEMONSTRATION
This is a safety program designed to educate both youth and adults about the dangers of electricity if not handled properly. The program can easily be adapted to large and small groups.
This program has become extremely popular for school safety field trips.
These pictures are representative of some of the dangers demonstrated in
the Live Line Safety Program.
Qualified cooperative personnel with
protective safety equipment demonstrate the dangers of coming in contact
with a high-voltage power line.
Programs for adults and other interested groups
are available by appointment.
Contact the cooperative to schedule a
program.
For detailed safety information and lists of educational materials available, such as videotapes and books for teachers and others promoting the safe use of electricity, check out this web site: www.SafeElectricity.org
Youth to Washington Tour
Each year Tri-County
Electric sponsors the ‘Youth to
A total of three area
high school students are selected to attend the Youth to
The three winners of the
Youth to
Requirements to earn the
trip are simple. A test consisting of true-false and multiple choice
questions on material in a rural electrification booklet is
administered.
Study booklets are available at Tri-County or any of the area high
schools. Students may sign up at their high school to attend the program
testing.
Students must reside in
a home served by Tri-County and must be attending one of the high
schools in
This program, allows three high school students living in a home served by Tri-County to win a week-long, expenses paid trip to the U.S. Capitol. Call the cooperative for details (800-244-5151).
The 2009 Winners were:
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Jefferson County - Jessa Hawkins - Mount Vernon, IL
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Marion County - Jessica Dennis - Salem, IL
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Washington County - Nick Tebbe - Nashville, IL
The 2009 Alternate winners were:
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Jefferson County - Cp;tpm Baier-Greer - Mount Vernon, IL
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Marion County - Peter Daniels - Kell, IL
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Washington County - Michelle Nobe - Venedy, IL
Links
The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA)
The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) is a service organization for more than 1,000 electric cooperatives, public power districts and public utility districts in 46 states. The website address of NRECA is: www.nreca.org
The Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives (AIEC)
The Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives is made up of 25 electric distribution cooperatives, two generation and transmission cooperatives and six telephone cooperative members. The AIEC serves as the state association for these member systems. The AIEC website address is: www.aiec.coop
Touchstone Energy®
Touchstone Energy® is an alliance of more than 600 electric cooperatives in 44 states providing energy and other services to more than 16 million consumer-members. Touchstone Energy® cooperatives are committed to providing superior service at affordable rates to all members, large and small. They are dedicated to serving their customers with integrity accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. This website is located at: www.touchstoneenergy.com
Doug Rye
Doug Rye is a registered architect and nationally recognized as an expert in the field of energy efficient construction standards. His techniques have helped people save thousands of dollars in utility bills for people remodeling or building. Check out the Doug Rye website: www.dougrye.com
The Illinois Electric Council (IEC)
The Illinois Electric Council was formed to develop educational programs to promote efficient and safe use of electricity. It is comprised of representatives from Illinois electric cooperatives, investor owned utilities and the University of Illinois. Check out Illinois Electric Council's website: www.iecouncil.org
Safe Electricity
For detailed safety information and lists of educational materials available, such as videotapes and books for teachers and others promoting the safe use of electricity, check out this web site: www.SafeElectricity.org
Climate Master
Climate Master, located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a manufacturer of geothermal heat pumps. One of the oldest manufacturers of geothermal equipment, Climate Master has a residential and a commercial line of equipment. Check their website: www.climatemaster.com.
Enertech
Enertech, Inc., located in Greenville, Illinois, is a full-service geothermal distributor serving the Midwest. The company specializes in geothermal heating and cooling systems, and radiant floor applications. Enertech is a distributor of GeoComfort geothermal equipment. Their website is www.enertechinc.com
Water Furnace International
Water Furnace International is a manufacturer of geothermal heat pumps and is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The Premier AT series offers a complete line of residential units from one to six tons in capacity. Their website is www.waterfurnace.com
Geothermal Alliance of Illinois
Geothermal takes the earth’s free energy and moves it into your home or business. No gas, no combustion, no flame. Just comfort, with efficiency and economy. Need more information about geothermal? Their website is www.geothermalallianceofillinois.org
Rend Lake College
Rend Lake College is located at Ina, Illinois. The college website is: www.rlc.cc.il.us
Kaskaskia College
Kaskaskia College is located at Centralia, Illinois. This college website is: www.kc.cc.il.us
Mount Vernon Convention & Visitors Bureau
Mount Vernon Convention & Visitors Bureau www.southernillinois.com
