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 Learning

Flying a mission is not only fun, but it's also a great exercise for the development of Problem Solving, Team-work, Math, Science, Art and Technology Process Skills. Mission activities are also based on curriculum 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

Available Missions

• Rendezvous with Comet Halley

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Coming Soon 

• Rendezvous with a Comet
• Mission to Mars

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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 coming to the center, teachers may attend an in-service professional development program, in which they receive preparatory materials for classroom use before  and after their mission.

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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.

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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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