Shadow the Scientist Program: High School Students’ Chance to Explore Astrophysics with University of California. Real-time Zoom Sessions Offer Insights, Connecting Students with Scientists. Opportunity for CBSE-Affiliated Schools.
CBSE/ACAD/JS(AHA)/2024
Date: 31.01.2024
Circular No: Acad-13/2024
All the Heads of Schools Affiliated to CBSE
- Subject: Participation of CBSE school students and teachers in ‘shadow the scientist’ programmes under the STEAM experiential learning programs for India’s Youth
In reference to the Ministry’s (DoSE&L, Ministry of Education) letter No.F.1-5/2024-CBSE dated 08.01.2024, it is informed that the “Shadow the Scientist”(StS) program of Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of California Observatories, University of California Santa Cruz, is a unique opportunity that allows high school students to experience firsthand what it’s like to be a scientist. Participants get the chance to shadow a scientist or researcher, observing their work, asking questions, and gaining insights into the world of scientific research.
The faculty of Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of California Observatories, Santa Cruze, alongwith their research team initiated StS amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 in which they started inviting groups of student sand educators to virtually join their observing nights on telescopes like Keck Observatory, Subaru, and Lick Observatory/Shane.
In these StS astronomy Zoom sessions, the primary focus is on real-time communication among the team of astronomers providing participants a firsthand experience of genuine scientific research, with content that remains unaltered or curated. The sessions have been exciting for students and educators as they get to:
- Connect with actual scientists and engineers, observing their problem-solving processes, understanding their passions, and learning about their academic and career journeys.
- Gain insights into the underlying scientific principles.
- Understand the technical aspects of research equipment such as telescopes, spectrographs, and cameras.
The University of California has extended an opportunity for students aged 15-17 and teachers from 1000 CBSE-affiliated schools on ‘First Cum First Basis’ to participate in the Creating Equity in STEAM (CrEST) program in the first phase. The Programme is offered to schools free of cost
This program presents an exceptional opportunity for schools to embrace real -time experiential learning in astrophysics. By encouraging participation, students can immerse themselves in firsthand experiences that might ignite a genuine interest in the field.
Schools with high-speed internet connectivity may express their interest by completing the Google form available at the following link: https://forms.gle/FyMDdtw4uwcwMjwE7 on or before February 29, 2024. The final dates for the Shadow the Scientists (StS) sessions conducted via Zoom will be communicated to participating schools.
Dr. Joseph Emmanuel
Director (Academics)
Copy to the respective Heads of Directorates, Organizations and Institutions as indicated below with a request to disseminate the information to all the schools under their jurisdiction:
1. The Commissioner, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, 18 Institutional Area, Shaheed Jeet Singh Marg, New Delhi-16
2. The Commissioner, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, B-15, Sector-62, Institutional Area, Noida.
3. The Secretary, Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), MoTA, Government of India.
4. The Secretary, Sainik Schools Society, Room No. 101, D-1 Wing, Sena Bhawan, NewDelhi-110001.
5. The Chairman, Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan, N-1/9, Near Doordarshan Kendra, PO Sainik School Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar, Odhisha-751005.
6. The Director of Education, Directorate of Education, Govt. of NCT of Delhi, OldSecretariat, Delhi-110 054
7. The Director of Public Instructions (Schools), UT Secretariat, Sector 9,Chandigarh-160017
8. The Director of Education, Govt. of Sikkim, Gangtok, Sikkim –737101
9. The Director of School Education, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar –791 111
10. The Director of Education, Govt. of A&N Islands, Port Blair – 744101
11. The Director of Education, S.I.E., CBSE Cell, VIP Road, Junglee Ghat, P.O. 744103, A&N Island
12. The Additional Director General of Army Education, A –Wing, Sena Bhawan, DHQ, PO,New Delhi-110001
13. The Secretary AWES, Integrated Headquarters of MoD(Army), FDRC Building No. 202, Shankar Vihar (Near APS), Delhi Cantt-110010
14. All Regional Directors/Regional Officers of CBSE with the request to send this circularto all the Heads of the affiliated schools of the Board in their respective regions
15. The Director of School Education, Ladakh, Room No. 101, 102 Ground Floor, Council Secretariat, Kurbathang, Kargil-Ladakh
16. The Director of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, 3rd Floor, B block, Anjaneya Towers, VTPS Rd, Bhimaraju Gutta, Ibrahimpatnam, Andhra Pradesh PIN: 521456
17. All Joint Secretary/ Deputy Secretary/ Assistant Secretary/SPS / Analyst, CBSE
18. All Head(s)/ In-Charge(s), Centre of Excellence, CBSE
19. In charge IT Unit with the request to put this Circular on the CBSE Academic Website
20. In-Charge, Library
21. The Head (Media & Public Relations), CBSE
22. DS to Chairperson, CBSE
23. SPS/PS to all directors Secretary, CBSE
24. PPS to Director (Professional Examinations), CBSE
25. Record File
Director (Academics)
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