Explore the Red Planet: Join Mars Day 2023 for a Fun and Educational Adventure!
Are you fascinated by space exploration and the wonders of the universe? Do you want to engage your students in an exciting and educational journey to Mars? Look no further than Mars Day 2023, presented by the UK Space Education Office (ESERO-UK) at STEM Learning, in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA) and the UK Space Agency. This free virtual event adventure is the perfect opportunity for educators and school leaders to inspire and engage their students in the world of space exploration.
Mars Day 2023 is scheduled for Tuesday, March 7th, and promises to be an exciting and informative day packed with live link-ups, talks, and career discussions from national and international space VIPs. The event will feature more speaker stars than ever before, including VIPs from ESA, NASA’s Perseverance team, and the UK Space Agency. With over 100,000 attendees zooming in from all around the world, Mars Day 2023 is a great opportunity for students to learn from the best and brightest in the industry.
One of the most exciting features of Mars Day 2023 is the ability to plan your own mission. From selecting your favorite topics and booking sessions to participating in Mars Hour activities, there are countless ways to engage with this event. For primary school teachers, there are even more hands-on activity sessions to explore, making it the perfect opportunity to get your students excited about space exploration.
The event will also introduce a new element to the programme – Guest Planet of the Year – with a focus on Jupiter and its icy moons, in preparation for the imminent mission to Jupiter. This is a great opportunity to expand students’ knowledge and explore the wonders of our solar system beyond Mars.
In addition to the exciting events happening on March 7th, Mars Day 2023 will also feature Mars Week, a week-long series of out-of-this-world events and sessions for schools. This is a great opportunity for educators to continue to engage their students in the world of space exploration beyond Mars Day.
Registering for Mars Day 2023 is easy and free. Simply sign up on the event website and start planning your mission today. You will be able to book your sessions, get updates on new Mars Hour activities to download, and learn about all of the exciting events happening during Mars Week.
In conclusion, Mars Day 2023 is an incredible opportunity for educators and school leaders to inspire and engage their students in the world of space exploration. With an impressive lineup of speaker stars, the ability to plan your own mission, and a focus on Jupiter and its icy moons, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for students of all ages. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the Red Planet and beyond!
Find out more about Mars Week here.