Click here to go to web-page describing the NSIP award. Check out her Effect of Cosmic Radiation on Lichens project, being launched by NASA February of 2001 . Presently cover general astronomy in 9th grade physical science class. Specializes in model rocketry. Develops instruments for taking measurements with rockets.
Students measure altitude, acceleration, and thrust of rocket at launch.
I'm interested in exploring student project and research opportunities for high school students. I've compiled a short list of space related educational resources . Interested in helping Alaskan Natives to see the value of math and science. As a private pilot, I've offered a ground school course to secondary students. I've found it to be an excellent interdisciplinary study combining math, physics, biology and any number of other areas.