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PreK-2 Teachers: Sign Up for Fall Space Foundation Space/Science Pilot
This fall, the Space Foundation is piloting a two-day graduate-level professional development program for PreK – 2nd grade teachers and administrators, centered on space and science education for early learners. The program will help teachers build math and science competency in their students through dynamic hands-on activities, including rocketry, earth science, biology, astronomy, robotics, and…
Space Foundation to Present Space Discovery Institutes for Omaha Public Schools
 The Space Foundation has signed a contract with Omaha Public Schools (OPS) for delivery of two weeks of Space Discovery Institute programming, beginning June 1. Funding is made possible through grants to Omaha Public Schools by the Omaha-based Sherwood Foundation, and by NASA Nebraska Space Grant and EPSCoR, the Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research.…
Space Discovery Institute Launches New Programs
The Space Foundation has a very full schedule this summer for its Space Discovery Institutes, including several new programs and delivery styles. The summer begins June 1 with two weeks of the new “two-classrooms” concept Space Discovery Institute for Omaha Public Schools in Omaha, Neb. (See related Space Watch story) The Space Foundation will then…
Space Foundation Astronaut Program Sparks Math, Science Interest at Two Colorado Springs Schools
On Monday, April 27, the Space Foundation took its astronaut program to two Colorado Springs schools, giving students the opportunity to meet former NASA astronaut and Colorado Springs resident Dr. Jim Reilly and to experience space science in action. More than 100 pre-school students at Preschool Partners and more than 200 K-2nd grade students at…
Space Foundation Congratulates 2009 Individual and Organizational Space Technology Hall of Fame® Honorees
 The Space Foundation inducted three individuals and three organizations into the Space Technology Hall of Fame® earlier this month for their roles in developing technologies that originated with space exploration and have now had a positive impact on life on Earth. In addition, six individuals and three organizations received commendations from the Hall of Fame.…
Big Island Students Get the Big Picture from the Space Foundation
Students from the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s space studies seminar program enjoyed an information-packed lecture and question-and-answer session about the global space industry April 23 with Space Foundation Chief Executive Officer Elliot Holokauahi Pulham – himself a native of the “Big Island” of Hawai’i who attended UH Hilo as a college freshman. Linked via…
Welcome New Readers
If this is your first copy of Space Watch 2009, you have been added to the list because you attended the Space Foundation’s 25th National Space Symposium. If you do not wish to remain on the mailing list, click “unsubscribe.” This article is part of Space Watch: May 2009 (Volume: 8, Issue: 5).
Space Foundation CEO Receives U.S. Air Force Distinguished Public Service Award
Space Foundation Chief Executive Officer Elliot Holokauahi Pulham was awarded the U.S. Air Force Distinguished Public Service Award by Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley and U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff General Norton A. Schwartz April 29 at special ceremonies during an Air Force Civic Leaders meeting at Bolling Air Force Base,…
The Space Report 2009 Now Available in Hard Copy, CD and e-Book Versions
 A complete guide to all sectors of the global space industry, the Space Foundation’s The Space Report 2009: The Authoritative Guide to Global Space Activity is now available for purchase in multiple formats: • Hard Copy for $79.95 • Compact Disk for $79.95 • e-Book in PDF format for $69.95 • Both a Hard Copy…
25th National Space Symposium a Rousing Success
The 25th National Space Symposium, held March 30 – April 2 at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, was a success by every conceivable measure: record-breaking attendance of almost 8,000; the largest and most diverse exhibits ever; meaty and intriguing programs; inspiring and informative speakers; innovative educational programs; and highly productive networking. From the magnificent…