Energy Express

Energy Express Energy Express is a free, six-week, summer reading and nutrition program for children 1st-6th grade living in West Virginia. The answer: Energy Express

We improve reading levels through books, art, drama, and vocabulary. Energy Express is funded by a grant from AmeriCorps. During the summer many children lose academic skills. Without school breakfast and lunch, many children lose nutritional well-being. Many children have few structured learning opportunities. Summer learning and nutritional losses are greater for children living in rural and low

-income communities. Children living in rural and low-income communities often fall behind during the summer months, starting each school year behind where they were the previous spring. Successive summers of limited learning opportunities may cause children to fall below grade level by the end of elementary school—putting them further and further behind more privileged peers.

It’s time for the best part of decorating an Energy Express classroom… a beautifully themed door! 🎨✨Why is an inviting c...
05/29/2026

It’s time for the best part of decorating an Energy Express classroom… a beautifully themed door! 🎨✨

Why is an inviting classroom door important? As the first step into a comfortable learning environment, an engaging door display—featuring each child’s name and art—helps young learners feel included, valued, and represented in the educational process. 💛

EE Alumni, share a photo of your classroom door in the comments below!🌞

Back home, but my heart is still at Energy Express 💛After a long year away from the program, we’re counting down the day...
05/29/2026

Back home, but my heart is still at Energy Express 💛

After a long year away from the program, we’re counting down the days until we’re back together. We can’t wait to see everyone for Summer 2026!

Wondering what to pack for training?Bring these items and you'll be set:Refillable Water Bottle - To keep you hydrated.💧...
05/27/2026

Wondering what to pack for training?
Bring these items and you'll be set:

Refillable Water Bottle - To keep you hydrated.💧
Extra Clothing - For outdoor activities or getting dirty.👕👖
Sunscreen - Prevent sunburn.🌞
Bug Spray - Prevent bug bites.🐝

Training is only a week away!. We can't wait to see you!

Families at Energy Express are the fuel that drives our literacy program ❤️📚Families who read together grow together. Wa...
05/26/2026

Families at Energy Express are the fuel that drives our literacy program ❤️📚

Families who read together grow together. Watching a child’s eyes light up when they recognize a word for the first time isn’t just exciting… it’s the start of a lifelong love of learning.

When families are involved in reading at home, children build stronger skills, confidence, and curiosity.

✨ Try this at home:
• Read together every day (even just a few minutes!)
• Ask questions about the story
• Use fun voices and make it interactive
• Let your child see YOU reading
• Celebrate every milestone—big or small

Just a few more days until training! 🙌 We’ve been putting in the work to make sure this year’s experience is both impact...
05/22/2026

Just a few more days until training! 🙌
We’ve been putting in the work to make sure this year’s experience is both impactful and enjoyable. We can’t wait to welcome everyone! 💙

Its almost that time of year again!State training is a little over a week away, and as we prepare, we wanted to share so...
05/21/2026

Its almost that time of year again!

State training is a little over a week away, and as we prepare, we wanted to share some moments from last year's fantastic conference!

We cant wait to see you!

Play is powerful!Time on the playground builds confidence, encourages teamwork, and helps kids develop important social ...
05/20/2026

Play is powerful!
Time on the playground builds confidence, encourages teamwork, and helps kids develop important social skills. 🌞🧠
Energy Express creates space for learning, movement, and connection every day.

You showed up. You made an impact. 💛 Now it’s time for your next step.If you’re exploring careers after Energy Express, ...
05/19/2026

You showed up. You made an impact. 💛

Now it’s time for your next step.
If you’re exploring careers after Energy Express, GoGovernment.org is a great place to start. They offer guides to turn your service experience into opportunities in public service.

"To be or not to be, that is the question." - William Shakespeare.Improv allows Children to explore stories through thei...
05/19/2026

"To be or not to be, that is the question." - William Shakespeare.
Improv allows Children to explore stories through their own actions and words!

Some sites are still accepting enrollment into Energy Express! Contact your local WVU Extension agent for more information.

Read more about how improv is used in the classroom here: https://www.edutopia.org/video/how-and-why-to-use-improv-in-the-classroom/

One More Month Until We Meet! 📚💙Energy Express children and families, we are counting down the days until summer begins!...
05/15/2026

One More Month Until We Meet! 📚💙

Energy Express children and families, we are counting down the days until summer begins! Meanwhile, we have a poem for you:

One more month until we meet,
with books and friends and meals to eat.

We’re getting ready, counting days,
to welcome you in joyful ways.

We’ll read, create, laugh, and play,
and share kind moments every day.

Energy Express is on its way,
so please turn in your enrollment forms TODAY!

We are looking forward to spending the summer with you!

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805 Allen Hall PO Box 6602
Morgantown, WV
26506

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:45pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:45pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:45pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:45pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:45pm

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