WORKSHOP DATES: June 26-July 1, 2022.

PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT

NASA's Texas Space Grant Consortium host a week-long professional development training for teachers. This aerospace workshop, called LiftOff, emphasizes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning experiences by incorporating a space science theme supported by NASA missions. Teacher participants are provided with information and experiences through speakers, hands-on activities and field investigations that promote space science and enrichment activities for themselves and others.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

NASA is committed to landing American astronauts, including the first woman and the first person of color, on the Moon by 2024. NASA is going back to the Moon for scientific discovery, economic benefits, and inspiration for a new generation of explorers. How will we build a global alliance and explore deep space for the benefit of all?

PROGRAM FEATURES:

• Presentations by NASA scientists and engineers

• Tours of NASA and Space Center Houston

• Hands-on, inquiry based classroom activities aligned to educational standards

• Career Exploration

• Teacher Feature (sharing of classroom lessons and activities)

• Opportunity to interact with researchers dedicated to space missions

The deadline for receiving applications is March 7, 2022