Applications are now open for Space Foundation's International Teacher Liaison Flight 24 program.
Submit your application by September 30th, 2023.
Introducing Space Foundation's International Teacher Liaison Flight 23!
Amanda Barringer
Space Foundation
Colorado Springs, Colorado
United States
Jackie Blumer
Greenville Jr. High School
Greenville, IL
United States
Isabel Borges
Institute of Education - University of Lisbon
Lisboa, Lisboa
Portugal
Michael Davoren
One Giant Leap Australia
SOUTH WINDSOR NSW, NSW
Australia
Gertrude Franca
SKAIH Pre-University HAVO/VWO
Willemstad, Suffisant
Curaçao
Angela Gier
Maple Lawn Elementary /Dallas ISD
Dallas, TX
United States
Elizabeth Gondek
Space Foundation
Colorado Springs, CO
United States
Julie Jablonski
Springs Ranch Elementary
Colorado Springs, Colorado
United States
Steven Janko
SF/DC
Colorado Springs, Co
United States
Ryan Johnson
United States Air Force Academy
USAFA, Colorado
United States
Kate Kelley
Foothills Elementary School
Colorado Springs, CO
United States
Shannon McConnell
One Giant Leap Australia
South Windsor, New South Wales
United States
Lauren Parker
Fort Worth Academy
Fort Worth, TX
United States
Mai Pham
Nguyen Thi Minh Khai high school
Ha Tinh, Ha Tinh
Viet Nam
Nylah Rampersad
Space Foundation
Colorado Springs, Colorado
United States
Anna Shaw
Space Foundation Discovery Center
Colorado Springs, Colorado
United States
Lisa Stewart
Scott Elementary School
Scott AFB, IL
United States
Ioana Stoica
Tudor Vianu National High School of Computer Science
Bucharest, District 1
Romania
Lindsey Unikewicz
Briar Woods High School
Ashburn, VA
United States
Lisa Werner
St. Bruno Parish School
Dousman, WI
United States
Christie Wingo
Colorado Springs Christian Schools
Colorado Springs, CO
United States
Nicole Yemothy
R. H. Gettys Middle School
Easley, South Carolina
United States
What is a Space Foundation International Teacher Liaison?
Space Foundation International Teacher Liaisons are a community of over 350 educators worldwide who inspire the next generation of explorers. Started in 2004, this internationally recognized program provides benefits that improve teaching skills, provide an encouraging community for educators, and influence space and science education at a global level.
Teacher Liaisons use space-related education programs and practical resources in the classroom to act as advocates for space-based education in their schools and districts. This program is open to public, private, and homeschool teachers, as well as school administrators, principals, specialists, curriculum and instruction developers, and others who deliver education programs to kindergarten through college students.
Space Foundation International Teacher Liaisons serve as a connection between Space Foundation and their schools and communities, often collaborating with other organizations such as NASA.
Benefits:
- Complimentary registration and Exhibit Center admission for Space Symposium
- Curriculum resources and various other professional development courses
- Networking opportunities with top educators and space industry experts
- Community of encouraging educators across the globe
- Hands-on and inspiring classroom projects
- Opportunities to design learning activities in collaborative setting
“Being in the Teacher Liaison program makes me reach more students here. Sharing science with the ones whose life has not given them the chance of dreaming for a better future. Since I’ve started, I have taught over 7,000 students. Thank you so much, Space Foundation.”
– Teacher Liaison, Brazil
"My students had the privilege of designing a STEM solution in the company of an accomplished astronaut and trained engineer. They will always have the memories, photos, and influence of the time they were told how they, too, can chase their dreams.”
“Classes on space topics help to rouse students' curiosity and imagination and encourage students to become increasingly involved in the sciences. It helped me to inspire future generations and helps global information exchange and communication.”
“The Teacher Liaison program training last summer was absolutely invaluable, and my students LOVED the challenges we did in my STEM class. It will truly make a difference in their lives. I hope by my participation at Space Foundation, that others in my area will be inspired to challenge themselves and our students will receive more STEM-related classes and activities.”
– Teacher Liaison, Texas, USA
“The Teacher Liaison program has helped to provide additional professional development to help me grow as an educator. They have also made available unique virtual field trips and resources to impact my students in the STEM content areas. I'm grateful to be a part of this program and I cannot wait to see what the future holds!”
