Teacher Liaisons

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

Amanda Barringer

Space Foundation

Colorado Springs, Colorado

United States

Jackie Blumer

Jackie Blumer

Greenville Jr. High School

Greenville, IL

United States

Isabel Borges

Isabel Borges

Institute of Education - University of Lisbon

Lisboa, Lisboa

Portugal

Michael Davoren

Michael Davoren

One Giant Leap Australia

SOUTH WINDSOR NSW, NSW

Australia

Gertrude Franca

Gertrude Franca

SKAIH Pre-University HAVO/VWO

Willemstad, Suffisant

Curaçao

Angela Gier

Angela Gier

Maple Lawn Elementary /Dallas ISD

Dallas, TX

United States

Elizabeth Gondek

Elizabeth Gondek

Space Foundation

Colorado Springs, CO

United States

Julie Jablonski

Julie Jablonski

Springs Ranch Elementary

Colorado Springs, Colorado

United States

Steven Janko

Steven Janko

SF/DC

Colorado Springs, Co

United States

Ryan Johnson

Ryan Johnson

United States Air Force Academy

USAFA, Colorado

United States

Kate Kelley

Kate Kelley

Foothills Elementary School

Colorado Springs, CO

United States

Shannon McConnell

Shannon McConnell

One Giant Leap Australia

South Windsor, New South Wales

United States

Lauren Parker

Lauren Parker

Fort Worth Academy

Fort Worth, TX

United States

Mai Pham

Mai Pham

Nguyen Thi Minh Khai high school

Ha Tinh, Ha Tinh

Viet Nam

Nylah Rampersad

Nylah Rampersad

Space Foundation

Colorado Springs, Colorado

United States

Anna Shaw

Anna Shaw

Space Foundation Discovery Center

Colorado Springs, Colorado

United States

Lisa Stewart

Lisa Stewart

Scott Elementary School

Scott AFB, IL

United States

Ioana Stoica

Ioana Stoica

Tudor Vianu National High School of Computer Science

Bucharest, District 1

Romania

Lindsey Unikewicz

Lindsey Unikewicz

Briar Woods High School

Ashburn, VA

United States

Lisa Werner

Lisa Werner

St. Bruno Parish School

Dousman, WI

United States

Christie Wingo

Christie Wingo

Colorado Springs Christian Schools

Colorado Springs, CO

United States

Nicole Yemothy

Nicole Yemothy

R. H. Gettys Middle School

Easley, South Carolina

United States

What is a Space Foundation International Teacher Liaison?

Teacher Liaisons and Dr. Sian Proctor in lobby of Space Foundation Discovery Center
Teacher Liaisons and Dr. Sian Proctor in lobby of Space Foundation Discovery Center

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!”

Dr. Sian Proctor speaks to Teacher Liaisons during Space Symposium
Dr. Sian Proctor speaks to Teacher Liaisons during Space Symposium