In the year 2061, scientists are on their way to investigate Comet Halley as it streaks its way across the sky. Students take the helm of a fully equipped space station, construct a probe, plot an intercept course, and overcome the challenges of space travel in their brave attempt to...

Fun AND Learning

When students fly their mission, not only do they have fun, but they also exercise the development of their Math, Science, Art and Technology Process Skills by completing curriculum-based activities aligned with New York State Learning Standards. 

• A space simulation for young people in grades 5 and higher and other non-school groups.
• A standards based program where Individuals work as a team performing jobs that mirror science & technology in real world careers.
• Individuals assume the role of a mission specialist operating a space station and mission control and must keep the crew safe while facing various problems and challenges.

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CLC Missions support NY State STEAM curriculum standards by encouraging:

• Asking Questions and Defining Problems
• Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
• Analyzing and Interpreting Data
• Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
• A Culture of Inquiry

For School Groups

Each mission includes:

• 4 hours of teacher in-service training
• Pre and post classroom materials specially designed to prepare students for each mission
• 2 hour student mission for the whole class
• Missions can be combined with planetarium programming or visits to other historical or cultural venues

Long before the students come to the center, their teacher attends an in-service professinal development program in which they receive preparatory materials for classroom use before  and after their mission.

Available Missions:
5th - 8th grade - Rendezvous with Comet Halley

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Onboard astronauts in the Space Station Simulator work with their counterparts in the Mission Control Simulator to fly a simulated space mission: Rendezvous with Comet Halley. This simulation provides plenty of challenges for the crews in space and on the ground. From students in grade 5 to adult groups, space mission simulations can be tailored for your group for field trips, birthday parties, corporate team building and much more.

Call us at 716-434-3196 or use our contact button below to find out more information about this amazing experience!

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