In the current school year we have 41 astronomers who are partnered with 66 enthusiastic and committed teachers. Some astronomers are paired with two teachers at the same school. During the workshop partners develop a strategy for working together, in and out of the classroom, and start planning their astronomy lessons and the first astronomer's visit. Participating astronomers will be assigned to one of these two workshops. Class visits usually start in the fall and continue through the school year.
Astronomers commit to make at least four visits to the same one or two classrooms.
During these visits they answer students' questions and lead or assist the teacher with astronomy activities. Based on the answers, astronomers will be matched with compatible teachers or youth leaders near their home or work. The deadline for submission of Astronomer Volunteer Forms is April 15.