Edison International Grants Support Renewable Energy Program at Desert Hot Springs High School
The REAL program has been providing high school students opportunities to develop skills and experiences that can open paths to careers in the fast-growing energy sector.
Students in the REAL program have higher graduation rates and higher rates of college attendance than is typical for Desert Hot Springs High School.
REAL student Abraham Fuerte explains the workings of a model wind turbine, with classmates Emily Guillen and Sergio Ulin.
REAL students Abraham Fuerte, Sergio Ulin, Emily Guillen and Irene Villareal represent their program at a Palm Springs Unified School District event.
REAL student Joseph Facer (center) explains the workings of a solar-powered motorized canoe, with classmates Joseph Guerro, Jesus Cobos, school counselor Damon Bonelli and Connor Baxter.
