Embark on an adventure with Callie Rodriguez, the star of NASA's first digital, interactive graphic novel. Inspire the next generation of explorers — the Artemis Generation — with her adventures as the first woman to explore the Moon.
| | NASA invites learners of all ages to attend a special virtual event ahead of the upcoming launch of the James Webb Space Telescope.
Recordings of the day’s talks will be available online following the event, and the interactive event space will be available through October. | | This week’s episode of Build To Launch is here with a new training mission, “STEAM Work Is Teamwork.” Find out how many people and teams need to work together for a space mission to be successful. And get to know Orion Program Manager Cathy Koerner, who leads the team developing NASA’s newest spacecraft. Did you miss last week’s episode? Click here to catch up and get the latest Build To Launch resources for this 10-week interactive digital learning adventure. | | Join the NASA STEM Engagement & Educator Professional Development | | Audience: Students Ages 13+ Event Date: Oct. 6 at 2 p.m. EDT
“NASA STEM Stars” is a webchat series that connects students with subject matter experts to learn about STEM careers and ask questions about STEM topics. Join the "NASA STEM Stars" team and meet Robyn Gordon, the director of operations at NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Ohio. She’ll share her STEM journey and answer questions about what it’s like to organize, manage and coordinate activities at a NASA center. Watch the live event and ask your questions about pursuing careers in STEM. | | NASA's Artemis missions will land the first woman and first person of color on the Moon. Today's students are the Artemis Generation. | | | | | Notice of Intent Due Oct. 22 | | | Audience: Rural Educators Across the U.S. Event Date: Oct. 7 at 8 p.m. EDT Join hosts Michael Guarraia from NASA’s Science Mission Directorate and Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Rachael Arens for a monthly series that connects rural educators to resources, networking and professional development opportunities. This month’s webinar will share ways to enhance your role as a STEM educator and leader through paid fellowship opportunities at federal agencies. Click here to register to attend. | | Audience: All Educators Registration Deadline: Oct. 13 Event Dates: Oct. 15-16 Join NASA STEM Engagement, the NASA STEM Engagement & Educator Professional Development Collaborative at Texas State University and Maker Ed for a hands-on, minds-on virtual educator mini-institute to explore how culturally responsive STEM teaching and maker education can be integrated to create meaningful explorations and deeper learning. | | Audience: All Educators, Informal Institutions and Youth Organizations Proposal Deadline: Nov. 24
On Oct 1, ARISS-US will begin accepting proposals from U.S. schools, museums and community youth organizations (working individually or together) to host an amateur radio contact with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station between July 1 – Dec. 31, 2022. To maximize the events, ARISS-US is looking for organizations that will draw large numbers of participants and integrate the contact into a well-developed STEAM education plan. Radio contacts are approximately 10 minutes. Visit the site for proposal guidelines and forms. | | Opportunities With Our Partners | | Audience: Educators, Students, Parents and Caregivers Event Dates: Oct. 4-10
World Space Week, as declared by the United Nations, is the world’s largest public celebration of space. The event commemorates the launch of Sputnik 1 on Oct. 4, 1957, and the signing of the Outer Space Treaty on Oct. 10, 1967, to regulate peaceful use of space by all countries. During the week, teachers are encouraged to use space-themed activities to excite students about science and technology. The 2021 theme is “Women in Space.” Visit the World Space Week website for event information and related educational materials. Follow @WorldSpaceWeek and #WSW2021 on social media for the latest news and updates. | | Registration Deadline: Nov. 5 | | | | Audience: Educators, Parents, Caregivers and Students Nomination Deadline: Jan. 1, 2022 Application Deadline: Feb. 1, 2022 The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring Program honors individuals and organizations for outstanding efforts in mentoring and for encouraging participation of individuals who might not have considered or had access to opportunities in STEM disciplines and professions. Anyone may nominate exceptional individuals and organizations, or mentors may apply directly. Award recipients receive a certificate signed by the president, a $10,000 award and join a national cohort of award-winning mentors making an impact on a regional and national level. Awardees are honored at an award ceremony in Washington, D.C. | |
Are you looking for NASA STEM materials to support your curriculum?
Find NASA science resources for your classroom. NASA Wavelength is a digital collection of Earth and space science resources for educators of all levels — from elementary to college, to out-of-school programs. https://science.nasa.gov/learners/wavelength
Check out the ‘Explore NASA Science’ website! Science starts with questions, leading to discoveries. Visit science.nasa.gov. To view the site in Spanish, visit ciencia.nasa.gov. | | Visit NASA STEM Engagement on the Web: | | | | | | |
