The biggest thing is it’s not just getting information on solar panels and presenting the research; it was that it takes a whole team and lots of effort from everyone.”Mathieu, a senior who currently ranks third in his class, gave a presentation to the Shaker Regional School Board on Tuesday night, explaining the complications that arose during his investigation into powering the school with solar panels. Diploma of DistinctionBelmont High School has provided the option of applying for a Diploma of Distinction for several years, according to Mathieu’s faculty advisor, Sarah Deuell, who teaches life science and ecology at the high school. He determined that there was no good space on the school grounds, so he turned to the idea of putting solar panels on the roof of the school. From there, Inter-Lakes went to phase 2, installing solar panels and pellet boilers at the high school and elementary school, as well as a small solar array at Sandwich Central School. Belmont High School senior River Mathieu discusses his solar project with his adviser, science teacher Sarah Deuell.

Source: Daily Sun February 16, 2018 05:26 UTC