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Sun, Oct 03, 2010

NASA Invites Virginia Students To Become 2011 Aerospace Scholars

High School On-Line Program Focuses On STEM Subjects

The Virginia Aerospace Science and Technology Scholars (VASTS) program, now in its fourth year at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA, is currently accepting applications for its interactive on-line science, technology, engineering and math program. The semester-long curriculum teaches students about aerospace exploration. Learning takes place through simulations, weekly reading assignments, online games, video segments and online quizzes. The program is open to high school juniors, including homeschoolers, across the Commonwealth.

Based on course performance, scholars may be selected to spend a week at NASA Langley where they will work with scientists and engineers, design and build robotic rovers, learn about NASA careers and plan a human mission to Mars.

"This program has prepared me by opening my eyes to the type of requirements that I must meet in order to pursue a career in math and science," said Iriat Faisal of George C. Mason High School in Bridgewater, VA.

"The curriculum helped me improve many of my skills, such as focusing, writing, communicating with others and listening to what other people have to say," said Anthony Guadino-Sullivan from West Springfield High School in Springfield, VA. "The academy prepared me to think the impossible can be done, to respect others' ideas and input and taught me the importance of teamwork."

Upon completion of the program, students can receive up to four college credits from Thomas Nelson Community College.

The Virginia Aerospace Science and Technology Scholars program uses a NASA-developed curriculum with a space-based theme and is aligned with Virginia Standards of Learning. Master educators work with students online, providing guidance and feedback on assignments.

VASTS is a partnership between the Virginia Space Grant Consortium and NASA Langley Research Center with assistance from the Virginia Department of Education and industry partners. Deadline for application is November 5.

FMI: www.vasts.spacegrant.org

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