In Space . The three-hour Cyber Space Day Webcast will allow children to personally interact with our nation's space pioneers to learn about the history, challenges and future of space exploration. The Webcast will introduce children to everything from intergalactic teeth brushing, breakfast in zero gravity, and visions of space travel in the 21st century. A wide variety of community groups are planning activities that are part of an enormous grass roots salute to Space Day , the fourth annual celebration of the achievements and benefits of space exploration. An educational initiative, Space Day is intended to advance science, math, and technology education, and to inspire youngsters to follow in the footsteps of our space pioneers.
Teachers are go for takeoff.
A unique National Classroom designed to advance science, math and technology education enjoys support from 70 Partners in education, science, and community organizations. When the crew of Discovery Shuttle Mission STS-103 blast into orbit on December 16, they will fulfill the dreams of thousands of school children. More than 500 schools received Embrace Space posters for their students to sign, along with supporting videos, educational materials and Space Day memorabilia. Following the flight, the original posters will be returned to the schools along with an official NASA certification verifying that the signatures flew in space. Schools will also receive an autographed photo of the STS-103 crew.