NASA Science Events and Activities
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We’re inviting every student, educator, and lifelong learner to share in the excitement of scientific discovery and space exploration through unique opportunities from NASA’s Science Activation Program – a community-based approach to connect NASA science with learners of all ages. Check out these events and activities for educators, families, and students in kindergarten and up.
Upcoming Events & Activities
Now until January, 2025: Register for the Artemis ROADS III National Student Challenge
Intended Audience: Formal & Informal Educators of Students in Grades 3-12
Interested in engaging your students in a nationwide Moon-related NASA challenge? Want to infuse NASA science into your after-school activities?
The 2024-2025 Artemis ROADS (Rover Observation & Discoveries in Space) III National Student Challenge offers students in grades 3-12 the opportunity to team up and complete eight Mission Objectives, which will require designing their own NASA mission and other related hands-on activities like rocket-building, Rover-programming, and cultivating Moon plants. This incredible team activity is suitable for in-class group projects, school robotics activities, programming activities, other club activities, Scout troops, other community organizations, and more!
Educators who register to lead student teams as Mission Advisors receive training and a Standards-aligned Companion Course. Qualifying teams are also eligible to receive challenge supplies. Student teams will submit their mission results by May 30, 2025 for recognition.
Registration Deadline:
Register to be a Mission Advisor for a student team and/or apply for a supply loan by: January 25th, 2025
On-Demand Events & Activities
Learning & Educational Activities & Resources from NASA Science
Educators are invited to browse these Learning and Educational Activities and Resources from NASA Science (LEARN Science) for multiple grade-levels from early elementary through high school to discover awesome, ready-to-use activities and resources.