Category: Aerospace

Colorado SKIES Academy Learners Send Experiment to the ISS

Learners at Colorado SKIES Academy are posing this question: “Can activated charcoal adsorb bacteria in microgravity?” The learners have worked diligently through the entire process, in which they’ve written an experiment procedure including exposing the charcoal to bacteria. After the…

Artemis Rocket Launch Watch Party

NOTE: The Artemis launch scheduled for Aug. 29th was postponed. alternative launch dates are Friday, September 2, or Monday, September 5th (Labor Day). Please check the NASA website for further updates.  The NASA MEGA rocket named Artemis I is heading…

CSA Educator Chosen to Fly on NASA Aerial Observatory

We’re over the moon about the latest news for one our CSA facilitators. Our very own science facilitator Lucy Howlett is among one of the prestigious 24 Teachers from 13 States to become NASA Airborne Astronomy Ambassadors (AAA)! We couldn’t…

Colorado SKIES Academy Culture: Real-World Experiences

Consider this for a moment: What would be an ideal way to learn about flight and all that it involves? Do textbooks, lectures, and maybe a few videos help learners gain a firm grasp and understanding of the concepts?  What…

Colorado SKIES Academy Culture: Real-World Experiences

Consider this for a moment: What would be an ideal way to learn about flight and all that it involves? Do textbooks, lectures, and maybe a few videos help learners gain a firm grasp and understanding of the concepts?  What…

NASA’s Dr. Jacob Cohen Presents: The Hazards of Space Travel

April 19, 5:00-6:00 PM MT Join NASA Ames Chief Scientist Dr. Jacob Cohen and his team to learn about The Hazards of Space Travel. Following his presentation, participants will have the opportunity for a Q&A. Spaces are limited, so please…

NASA’s Dr. Jacob Cohen Presents: The Hazards of Space Travel

April 19, 5:00-6:00 PM MT Join NASA Ames Chief Scientist Dr. Jacob Cohen and his team to learn about The Hazards of Space Travel. Following his presentation, participants will have the opportunity for a Q&A. Spaces are limited, so please…

Colorado SKIES Academy Culture: Real-World Experiences

Consider this for a moment: What would be an ideal way to learn about flight and all that it involves? Do textbooks, lectures, and maybe a few videos help learners gain a firm grasp and understanding of the concepts?  What…

Colorado SKIES Academy Culture: Real-World Experiences

Consider this for a moment: What would be an ideal way to learn about flight and all that it involves? Do textbooks, lectures, and maybe a few videos help learners gain a firm grasp and understanding of the concepts?  What…

Colorado Skies Academy Approved; Launch Set for August

During the past year, a team of dedicated educators has worked tirelessly to bring this community’s dream of Colorado Skies Academy to life. We are so incredibly grateful for the support from hundreds of families who have stood behind us…