From early flight to modern space exploration, your class will encounter out-of-this-world learning about the different innovations and historical figures of aerospace. Enhance your classroom with one of our award-winning educational programs with either an in-person class or a virtual one. Our educational programs are designed to apply science, technology, engineering, and mathematics principles to the area of aviation and space flight. All programs are TEKS aligned and led by one of our knowledgeable educators.
Outreach Programs
At-Your-Campus programming!
Current Programs
Below is a list of our current programs offered for the '22-'23 school year. For a list of all program standards, click here.
To request a program, fill out our Outreach Request Form.
To request a program, fill out our Outreach Request Form.
Classroom/Auditorium Programs
Learning to Fly (PK-K)
Introduce young learners to various careers, people and facilities that help support the daily operations of an airport. Students will then practice piloting around the Museum on an educator-led tour. Educator-led tour is only available onsite.
Down to Earth (PK-2nd)
Young scientists will explore the daily weather patterns and seasons of our home planet through interactive experiments, observations, and demonstrations.
Weather, It Matters! (2nd-6th)
Energize your classroom with hands-on activities comparing the intense weather present on the diverse planets of our solar system with our weather patterns on Earth.
Aerodynamics 101 (3rd-6th) & 201 (7th-12th)
Students apply the physics of aerodynamics and learn about the four forces of flight through this interactive program. They will then use their newly-gained knowledge to build and test different paper aircraft. Aerodynamics 201 includes a group challenge.
Lunar Crash Course (3rd-6th)
Teams of students apply problem solving and critical thinking skills to survive a crash landing on the Moon. Students also explore the Earth-Moon system and compare the physical characteristics of the two.
The Fight to Flight (5th-12th)
In this exciting auditorium program, students will compete in challenges demonstrating four firsts in aerospace history: the Wright Brothers, Sputnik I, Vostok I, and Apollo 11, while learning about unique achievements.
Emergency Mars Mission (7th-12th)
Students form NASA mission control teams to plan a colonizing operation to Mars. Tasks include selecting launch dates, rocket type, and crew members. Their mission is then tested against rigorous scenarios to determine the rate of success and survival.
SPOC Planetarium Programs
My Moon, My Sky (PK-2nd)
Stargazers learn about the different types of stars (including our Sun), Earth, and Moon by comparing size, color, and position. Zooming in on the Moon, we complete a lunar month identifying the Moon’s phases and surface composition.
Sun, Earth, Moon System (3rd-6th)
Daily and seasonal patterns and changes in our sky are explained as students observe the Sun, Earth, and Moon system from different perspectives. Comparing the characteristics of each body helps students better understand the states of matter, effects of having an atmosphere, and the pull of gravity!
NEW! - Our Place in Space (3rd-8th)
Students are guided on an adventure through our solar system visiting each planet to compare their physical properties, location, movements, and natural satellites. Learning our solar system's characteristics helps students understand how humans explored beyond Earth.
NEW! - Solar System and Beyond (7th-12th)
Beginning at our home planet, students will explore the various objects that make up our solar system and go beyond. Discovering our location inside the Milky Way, students will also learn about current and future missions to study new worlds.
STEM Night* (All Grades)
This program is the perfect addition to your school’s STEM night! Our portable planetarium can also be paired with additional STEM activities that will leave your students and their families in awe of our world.
*In-Person At-Your-Campus Only
*In-Person At-Your-Campus Only