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NASA Explorer Schools invite teachers and their students to chat with a NASA expert each month throughout the school year, and have their questions answered during a live video chat.

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Teachers across the country in grades 4-12, regardless of school size, type, or geographic location, see the benefit of participating in the NASA Explorer Schools project. Read about the project firsthand from one of our participating teachers!

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New Users -- Benefits of Registration

    NASA Explorer Schools invests in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM educators to inspire and engage future scientists, engineers and technicians that NASA needs to continue our journey.

    NES gives educators of grades 4-12 access to NASA’s people, missions, research and facilities. We have assembled a comprehensive set of NASA’s free classroom materials to help you teach dozens of STEM concepts.

    To access the Virtual Campus you must register to become a NASA Explorer School participant. Participation in NES gives you free access to:

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    Weekly video programs which feature NASA careers and STEM concepts connected to real-world missions and projects.
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    A searchable lesson library which links the subjects you teach to NASA’s innovative research and scientific discoveries.
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    Training materials and live web seminars to help you implement NASA lessons into your classroom.
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    Telephone and email support available during standard business hours to help you find what you need.
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    Opportunities for teachers, students, and schools for innovative integration of NES teaching materials and exemplary use of best practices in STEM education.
    NASA Chats Live Video Chats
    NASA experts who can interact with your classroom through live monthly online video chats.
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    Gather and share ideas and resources with other NES educators and NASA staff.

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Transform your classroom into a launch pad, a space station, and more by becoming a NASA Explorer School.

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