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<\/p>\nMike Mongo is back in Shetland!<\/p>\n
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SaxaVord Spaceport is opening its doors for its second edition of Mike Mongo\u2019s Astronaut Job Camp. Children, aged 11-14 in Shetland, and virtually across the UK and North America are invited to take part in the summer camp free of charge, and can register now!<\/p>\n
Designed to complement the educational ambitions of SaxaVord Spaceport, the Astronaut Job Camp\u2019s mission is for children to foster the acquisition of STEAM skills and teamwork, get a taste for space professionalism, and leave with the knowledge that a career in the space industry is firming within their grasp.<\/p>\n
Starting for virtual participants on 4th<\/sup>\u00a0July, and in-person in Islesburgh Community Centre on 11th<\/sup>\u00a0July, the camp will involve a series of fun and interactive space mission-themed workshops and special guest experiences from professional astronauts and scientists. The astronauts-in-training will learn about tomorrow\u2019s jobs in space, the skills needed in space missions, inclusivity in the cosmos, how space connects us across the globe, and its impact on sustainability.<\/p>\n Mike Mongo is director of the United Launch Alliance-sponsored Humannaires Initiative, YouTuber and US author of\u00a0The Astronaut Instruction Manual<\/em>, and is working with SaxaVord for a second year running to design and host the camp. SIC, UHI and DYW have also helped convene the schools across Shetland, ensuring their ideas inform the camp content. With over 150 virtual campers from five continents taking part in 2021\u2019s camp, the team is eager to engage with an even larger group of children this year.<\/p>\n \u201cThere is no more exciting way to learn about STEAM subjects than via a trip into space. This camp will be fun, hands-on and a real taste of a career in space. We are committed to putting Shetland, Scotland and the UK on the map as a centre of space knowledge, innovation and resources, and this is just the start,\u201d said Mason Robbins, Education Officer, SaxaVord Spaceport.<\/p>\n \u201cSpace brings us all together. Whether you are just a few miles from SaxaVord\u2019s launchpads in Unst or live in a different country, the space industry is unfolding around us and there are endless opportunities for the next generation. We hope to inspire as many children as possible at this year\u2019s Space Camp and encourage everyone to sign up,\u201d added Mike Mongo.<\/p>\n Karen Wood, mother of Grace, who took part in the virtual camp last year, said: \u201cGrace absolutely loved Space Camp. Mike was engaging, funny and so enthusiastic. He gave Grace so much confidence in herself. We can\u2019t wait for this year\u2019s space camp!\u201d<\/p>\n Cameron Anderson, 13, also shared his experience: \u201cI found the space camp really interesting. It was good to meet other kids who shared my enthusiasm.\u00a0I learned how challenging it will be to live in space. This will not stop me. Thank you Mike for your encouragement in helping me to become a humannaire.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAs SaxaVord Spaceport counts down to the UK\u2019s first vertical satellite launch, we are proud to be championing STEAM education and skills across Shetland and beyond. This is a fantastic initiative, and we hope the campers leave with a real passion and enthusiasm for what the future will bring.\u201d said Frank Strang, CEO, SaxaVord Spaceport.<\/p>\n To find out more and register participation, visit Astronaut Job Camp 2022 | Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n **************************<\/p>\n Here you will find all the exciting news and developments in our Intergalactic world!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Shetland pupils in National Spaceport Competition. See how they got on<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Unst would be prime site for world\u2019s first training centre for young astronauts, space teacher says | Shetland News (shetnews.co.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Idea becomes reality as Unst plays host to \u2018astronaut training camp\u2019 for children | Shetland News (shetnews.co.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Land conservation company and Shetland Space Centre cover cost of attending astronaut job camp for youngsters | Shetland News (shetnews.co.uk)<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Mike Mongo is back in Shetland! Registration open for Astronaut Job Camp 2022 SaxaVord Spaceport is opening its doors for its second edition of Mike Mongo\u2019s Astronaut Job Camp. Children, aged 11-14 in Shetland, and virtually across the UK and North America are invited to take part in the summer camp free of charge, and … Continue reading Exciting News and Developments<\/span> ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/sh\/public\/shetlandeducationemploymentpipeline\/uploads\/sites\/3314\/2021\/09\/23095337\/competition-300x200.jpg\")
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