LAUSD Heroes for Zero 2021/22
Winning Teams!
Top four teams ($25,000 for a sustainability project at their schools):
Three additional winning teams ($5,000 for a sustainability project at their schools):
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District and LADWP representatives visited the “Heroes for Zero” winning schools and awarded $25,000 checks towards sustainability projects, signed by Superintendent Alberto Carvalho: George De La Torre STEAM Magnet, Ernest Lawrence Middle School, George K. Porter Middle School, Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies
“We are very proud of our young heroes who engaged in creating pathways for “Zero Net Energy” schools through energy-efficiency activities with their creative presentations. Congratulations to all the teams that participated in the 2021-22 HEROES for Zero Contest!” - Christos Chrysiliou, Director of A/E Services, Energy and Sustainability
Virtual Awards Ceremony on May 24, 2022
Winning Entries
George De La Torre STEAM Magnet
Top Winner: Elementary School
Top Winner: Elementary School
Ernest Lawrence Middle School
Winner: Middle School |
George K. Porter Gifted Magnet Middle School
Winner: Middle School |
"Thank you again for personally coming to congratulate and celebrate our Porter Energy Spies and their amazing accomplishment. We appreciate your time and look forward to working with you on an energy savings plan for Porter Middle School to become zero net energy ready." Lucrecia Perez - Magnet/SAS/Gate Coordinator, George K. Porter Gifted Magnet Middle School
Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies
Top Winner: High School
Top Winner: High School
"Thank you so much for creating this competition! We had a lot of fun working on it." Bradyn Sochiratna - Student, Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies
Finalist:
Dayton Heights Elementary School |
Finalist:
Hale Charter Academy STEAM Magnet |
Finalist:
Point Fermin Marine Science Magnet |
Teams accept their awards, presented by LAUSD Director of Architecture and Engineering Services, Christos Chrysiliou, and LADWP Representatives Craig Tranby, Robert Vogie, and James Tenorio. In addition to their winnings, teams received a ceremonial check, signed by LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho.