1st Australian Space Education Forum
Presented by the Andy Thomas Space Foundation, the 1st Australian Space Education Forum will showcase space education, career opportunities and future pathways into Australia’s growing space industry.
Designed with teachers and high school students in mind, this event will provide a valuable opportunity to hear from leaders across the space ecosystem, access specialised programs to drive space education in schools, and inspire the next generation of Australia’s space industry.
Delivered with the support of the Australian Space Agency, this FREE event is a must for teachers, career practitioners and high school students!
Program
The 1ˢᵗ Australian Space Education Forum (ASEF) will provide the perfect opportunity to stimulate ideas, support the professional development of teachers, and inspire students and attendees of all ages to engage with Australia’s exciting and innovative space ecosystem.
The ASEF will be divided into key sessions, with tailored content for high school students, as well as university students, industry representatives and members of the general public.
High School Students Session
12:00pm – 2:00pm
Students from Year 7 – Year 11, along with teachers, career advisors and school leaders, will learn about space career journeys, new career pathways within the Australian space industry, and be inspired to pursue their future place in space!
Session Three: Public Session
3:00pm – 5:00pm
Members of the general public, tertiary students and industry representatives are invited to learn how to become space career ready, and to gain insight on the growing range of industry opportunities available in Western Australia and beyond.
Meet our Australian Astronaut:
Katherine Bennell-Pegg
The Andy Thomas Space Foundation, alongside the Australian Space Agency, are proud to welcome Australian Astronaut, Ms. Katherine Bennell-Pegg to the Australian Space Education Forum.
The first astronaut trained under the Australian flag, Ms. Katherine Bennell-Pegg will share insights and perspectives from her life and career, including a live Q&A as part of our High School Students Session and a special guest presentation in our Public Session.
Student Attendance
We recommend that Teachers and Schools seeking to attend with large classes or groups of students adopt the following approach:
- Send a teacher (or group of teachers) from your school to Session 1 (9:00am – 11:00am).
- Have the group of students you wish to attend arrive at the venue between 11:00am and 12:00pm, accompanied by an additional teacher or staff as required.
- Teachers from Session 1 and any accompanying teachers/staff arriving with students attend Session 2.
- Teachers and students depart between 2:00pm and 3:00pm (if intending to return to school before end of school day).
* Teachers are asked to please note that at this stage, there is no formal activity planned for students during Session 1 (9:00am – 11:00am).
Financial Assistance
(Transport and TRT)
Department of Education school staff in Western Australia may be able to access funding to assist with the cost of transport and other expenses via the Australian Government’s Defence Industry Schools Pathways Program 2024–26.
Educators seeking to apply for financial support
can access guidelines and information on application processes through Ikon.
The Andy Thomas Space Foundation
The Andy Thomas Space Foundation (ATSF) is recognised as Australia’s National Space Not-For-Profit, supporting the education and outreach goals of the growing Australian Space Ecosystem
With strong support from the Australian Space Agency, the South Australian Government and a number of start-up and established space industry partners, the ATSF provides invaluable education and engagement opportunities for students and individuals across Australia.
Level 3, McEwin Building
Lot Fourteen, North Terrace
Adelaide SA 5000
Join us in Perth for the 1st Australian Space Education Forum on Monday 25 November!
The Australian Space Education Forum is a 100% free event, but spaces are limited.
Book your place early to avoid disappointment!
Sponsorship
Interested in partnering with us to deliver the Australian Space Education Forum?
Contact our team to discuss sponsorship opportunities.
1st Australian Space Education Forum
The Australian Space Education Forum is designed to showcase opportunities and pathways into Australia’s growing space industry, focusing on STEM and alternate career paths, inspiring the next generation of workforce leaders and contextualising the industry and workforce development expectations. The Forum will provide the perfect opportunity to stimulate ideas, support the professional development of teachers and inspire students as well as the general public, sharing opportunities and expectations for a future in the space industry.
Monday, 25 November 2024
Crown Perth, Western Australia
Free Event
Financial Assistance To Facilitate Attendance
Department of Education school staff in Western Australia may be able to access funding to assist with the cost of transport and other expenses to help students and teachers attend the Australian Space Education Forum via the Australian Government’s Defence Industry Schools Pathways Program 2024–26. Educators seeking to apply for financial support can access guidelines and information on application processes through Ikon (the Department’s intranet – staff only).
For further information please get in touch via contactus@andythomas.foundation
