NASA had a stellar year in 2022, with the spectacular Artemis I mission paving the way for future crewed flights to the Moon, dazzling images beamed back to Earth from the new James Webb Space Telescope, and more.

As a new year begins, we've gathered "Eight Ways Students Can Dive Into NASA STEM in 2023." From an adventure with Moonikin Campos to exploring unexpected STEM careers, these are just a few ways to bring the excitement of space exploration into your classroom or to learners at home.
Audience: Rural educators in the U.S.
Event Date: Thursday, Jan. 5 at
8 p.m. EST
 
Join NASA’s Science Mission Directorate for a monthly series that connects rural educators to resources, networking, and professional development opportunities. This month’s webinar will focus on NASA Astro Camp. Special guest Maria Lott will discuss the program and how you can use NASA resources to create student-centered activities that help students foster career dreams related to space. Click here to register to attend.
Audience: STEM educators
 
Is connecting with other educators and incorporating NASA resources into your curriculum part of your goal list for 2023? Start the new year on the right foot by joining the NASA CONNECTS community of practice. Explore Collections of resources or create your own to store all of your favorites in one easy-to-find spot. Join discussions, share best practices, learn about the latest events and opportunities at NASA, and download free STEM products available by topic or grade level. Click here to join.
Coming Up Later This Month
Audience: Researchers, graduate students, and Ph.D. scientists
Pre-proposal Teleconference: Friday, Jan. 13 at 2 p.m. EST, see Section 12.8 for details
Proposal Deadline: Feb. 7
 
NASA’s Science Mission Directorate seeks proposals from accredited U.S. universities for research grants to begin in the 2023-24 academic year. Each proposal must identify a master’s or Ph.D. student, or both, in an eligible Earth- or space sciences-related discipline as the future investigator. Projects may propose up to a three-year period of performance.

Visit the website for details and proposal requirements.
Audience: Astronomy enthusiasts of all ages
Entry Deadline: Feb. 28, 2023
 
Join NASA's Universe of Learning for an exciting opportunity to use real astronomical data and tools to create your own beautiful image of the iconic Pillars of Creation and the Eagle Nebula.

Capture your own real-time telescope image using datasets from the ground-based MicroObservatory Network and space-based missions from NASA, the European Space Agency, and the Canadian Space Agency (Webb, Hubble, Chandra, Spitzer, and Herschel). NASA experts may comment on creations highlighted as standout entries.
Opportunities With Our Partners
Thursday, Jan. 12
5 p.m. EST (English)
7 p.m. EST (Spanish)
Wednesday, Jan. 18
at 2 p.m. EST
Application Deadline: Monday, Jan. 23, 2023
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Are you looking for NASA STEM materials to support your curriculum?
Search hundreds of resources by subject, grade level, type and keyword at https://www.nasa.gov/education/materials/.

Find NASA science resources for your classroom. NASA Wavelength is a digital collection of Earth and space science resources for educators of all levels — from elementary to college, to out-of-school programs. https://science.nasa.gov/learners/wavelength

Check out the ‘Explore NASA Science’ website! Science starts with questions, leading to discoveries. Visit science.nasa.gov. To view the site in Spanish, visit ciencia.nasa.gov.
Visit NASA STEM Engagement on the Web: 
NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement: https://stem.nasa.gov 
NASA Kids’ Club: https://www.nasa.gov/kidsclub