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Headquarters Report
Become a Space Foundation Teacher Liaison
The Space Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Teacher Liaison program. Any K-12 grade educator or other professional who desires to integrate space education into the classroom and curriculum is eligible to apply. Applications and more information about the benefits of participating in this prestigious program can be found online and are due Feb. 24, 2006. Teacher Liaisons help inspire the next generation of students to excel in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
This is the third year of the Teacher Liaison program, which provides those chosen with support for teachers to expand their teaching skills, strengthen their resumes, and influence space and science education at a national level. Space Foundation Teacher Liaisons serve as an active link between the Space Foundation, NASA, and their schools and school districts. Teacher Liaisons will be announced in March and inducted in April at the 22nd National Space Symposium, to which they receive complimentary registration.
Certified Products news
The Space Certification program welcomes two new members: KACO Solar, Incorporated, and Unique Logic and Technology.
The Blue Planet Grid-Tie Inverter, a solar electric system from KACO Solar which provides the benefits of solar energy to those on Earth, is recognized as a Certified Space Technology. Solar panels capture the energy of the sun and generate DC electricity, which the inverter converts to AC power used in the home. Photovoltaic cells have been intimately tied to our space program from the early days and continue to be used widely to power the growing population of satellites that provide everything from secure communications and GPS navigation to satellite television and radio entertainment.
KACO Solar is committed to design devices and systems that yield maximum outputs from solar energy, so as to preserve our planet as a natural environment for the generations to come. Learn more at http://www.kacosolar.com.
Unique Logic and Technology is recognized as a Certified Educational Product for its "Play Attention" Bio-Feedback based educational attention training system. The Play Attention Learning System is a patented advance of technology that NASA astronauts and U.S. Air Force pilots use to help stay attentive in the cockpit. Now this same technology is available for use in your home to overcome attention, concentration and focus issues.
The system uses a sensor-lined helmet resembling a bicycle helmet that monitors the user's attentive state and thinking process. This is fed into a small interface system that attaches to the user's home computer. Users complete a series of video game-like exercises that are controlled by the mind alone, seeing and hearing real-time feedback of how they are progressing in focusing and finishing tasks. The feedback is called Edufeedback. With practice, behavior is modified to minimize distractions and improve focus, comprehension and other desirable learning behavior. Visit http://www.playattention.com to learn more.
Early bird registration deadline nears for 22nd National Space Symposium
Register early for the 22nd National Space Symposium and save $300 off the standard rate. The deadline for early bird registration is Friday, January 20, 2006. The 22nd National Space Symposium is April 3-6, 2006, at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. Use our secure Internet site at www.nationalspacesymposium.org/registration/ or call 1-800-691-4000.
Space Foundation Corporate Members
Input and expertise from our member companies have been invaluable in making our industry programs a success. Space Foundation Corporate Membership enables our organization to continue to grow and better serve our mission, "To vigorously advance and support civil, commercial and national security space endeavors and educational excellence." We'd like to recognize and thank the following companies who gave us their support this year through corporate membership:
Partners
Aerojet
The Aerospace Corporation
Analytical Graphics, Inc.
Arianespace Inc.
ATK Thiokol
BAE Systems
Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp.
The Boeing Company
Booz Allen Hamilton
Computer Sciences Corporation
Florida Space Authority
GE Johnson Construction Company
General Dynamics
Harris Corporation
Holland & Hart LLP
Honeywell International Inc.
Imaginova
Integral Systems
IOT Systems, LLC
ITT Industries
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Northrop Grumman
Orbital Sciences Corporation
Raytheon Company
SpaceVest
Swales Aerospace
United Space Alliance
Patrons
AirLaunch
a.i. Solutions, Inc.
Alcon, Inc.
Analex Corporation
ASRC Federal Holding Company
Avtec Systems
AXA Space
Barrios Technology Inc.
The Carpet and Rug Institute
Cisco Systems, Global Defense, Space & Security
Colorado Space Coalition
CSP Associates, Inc.
DFI International
Eagle Shield Incorporated
EcoQuest International
Goodrich Optical and Space Systems
Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce
Infinite Links
Inmarsat
The Johns Hopkins University, Applied Physics Laboratory
ManTech International Corporation
MicroSat Systems, Inc.
Outlast Technologies, Inc.
Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne
Rex Gauge Company, Inc.
Space Imaging
Stellar Solutions
Tempur-Pedic
Titan Corporation
Transformational Space Corporation LLC
Valador, Inc.
The X-1R Corporation
Space Foundation Corporate Members receive a preferred lower rate when contracting for Space Foundation exhibit space; prime locations and preferred positioning within Space Foundation exhibit halls; public and industry recognition and one complimentary dinner ticket for the Corporate Partnership Dinner held during the National Space Symposium; complimentary registration(s) to major Space Foundation events, including the National Space Symposium and Strategic Space and Defense; special offers and discounts on sponsorships and conference registrations; invitation for the CEO or leading space executive to the Senior Executives' Forum; invitation to other special meetings with key government or industry leaders as they arise; preferential treatment by designated facility management on hospitality and meeting room rentals, etc.; assistance as an advocate on space issues of general concern to the space community; advance notification of significant marketing and business development opportunities; and unique business opportunities and networking with other members.
For more information, visit the Space Foundation Web site.
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