Showing posts with label science. Show all posts
Showing posts with label science. Show all posts

StreamFest September 14, 2024 at Log Boom Park

Thursday, September 12, 2024

An event to celebrate the rivers and streams feeding north Lake Washington will be held at Log Boom Park, 17415 61st Ave NE, Kenmore WA 98028 on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 1 - 4pm.

Kayaking, music, fly fishing demo, and science demonstrations will be the order of the day.

The event is free and open to the public.


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UW Med: Fruit-fly size treadmills accelerate studies of insect walking

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Alice C. Gray
Miniature treadmills are advancing studies on how fruit flies’ nervous systems control their ability to walk. 

Engineered by scientists at the University of Washington School of Medicine, their treadmill design has been made freely available to other scientists exploring insect biology.

In addition to recording how the flies walk and run normally, the UW Medicine researchers are also interested in how the flies navigate unexpected changes underfoot. 

If animals and people can't detect and respond to surface changes encountered while walking, they risk falling. 

To study this phenomenon, scientists in John Tuthill's physiology and biophysics lab used a split-belt, fly-size treadmill, and saw the flies correct their walking style to accommodate tracks moving at different speeds underfoot.

The scientists also wanted to learn if and how flies adapt if they have difficulty sensing their bodies moving in space. 

After they made genetic modifications to certain sensory nerve cells in the fly brain, the scientists found that the flies could still walk, perhaps because other nerve cells were involved in controlling movement or because the brain had adapted to the genetic modifications. 

However, the genetically altered flies did have a different sort of gait.

During their treadmill studies, the researchers also happened to clock the fastest running speed yet reported for fruit flies: 50 mm/sec.

More information here


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See the stars Saturday at Paramount School Park

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Star Party on Saturday Night, 8pm, March 16, 2024.

Come out to see the Stars at this FREE Star Party viewing event sponsored by the Seattle Astronomical Society. 

Paramount School Park, corner of NE 155th & 8th Ave NE - out in the middle of the field. All ages welcome. (Leave your dogs at home)

Experienced astronomers from the Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) volunteer their time and telescopes and binoculars to share with the public. Everyone is welcome including families with children.

As always, the event is weather dependent. Check the SAS website for star gazing event status. If weather conditions force cancellation of an event, that news will be posted not later that 4pm the day of the event.


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Shoreline's Team Pronto excels at robotics competition in Auburn WA

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Team Pronto at Pacific Northwest Auburn competition 
Photo courtesy Team Pronto
By Veronica Cook

Team Pronto, the distinguished Robotics Team representing Shoreline, made waves with their stellar performance at the recent competition hosted at Auburn High School. Demonstrating exceptional skill and teamwork, they emerged as the Captain of the #1 alliance after completing rigorous qualification matches.

The formidable drive team, comprised of talented students from Shorecrest and Shorewood including Ben Feinberg, Rhys Alderton, Joaquin Cordova, Garrett Jordan, Alex Stege, and Anthony Ung, showcased unwavering determination and precision throughout the event.

Noteworthy was the strategic alliance forged by our Scouting Captain, Kirill Huizenga, uniting Team CPR from Cedar Park Christian School and Team Aldernating Current from Shelton School District. Together, these three teams navigated unforeseen challenges with grace and resilience.

Despite an initial setback in the first match, Team Pronto rallied admirably, ultimately clinching victory at the Pacific Northwest District Event. This impressive feat secured not only the Championship Banner but also earned them the esteemed Autonomous Award for their exceptional and consistent robot programming.

See the video of the final competition that won the event for Team Pronto

Acknowledging the collective effort of all 30 dedicated students, it was their unwavering teamwork and embodiment of Gracious Professionalism that garnered accolades throughout the competition.

Looking ahead, the team stands on the brink of qualifying for the World Championship Competition in Houston, a milestone made possible by the tireless dedication of its members. However, the financial implications of such an endeavor, estimated at $100,000, pose a significant challenge.

To support Team Pronto in their remarkable journey and ensure continued success, interested parties are invited to contribute to the Shoreline Robotics Society, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Robotics Teams and fostering STEM education in Shoreline. 

Donations can be made here or by following the QR code.


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"Searching for Mysterious Stellar Eclipses in the Milky Way" lecture at the UW Planetarium Wednesday February 21, 2024

Monday, February 19, 2024


Join the Seattle Astronomical Society at the UW Planetarium Wednesday, February 21, 2024.

The speaker this month is Anastasios "Andy" Tzanidakis, who will be giving a special talk on "Searching for Mysterious Stellar Eclipses in the Milky Way".

RSVP here or on the website *Zoom link is available on the website link.

About Andy's Talk: The advent of modern all-sky observatories and surveys has led to a revolution in the way we classify different types of variables in the Milky Way. 
Andy will discuss the discovery of Gaia17bpp, an unusual star that currently holds the record for the longest recorded stellar eclipse. He will also be sharing some exciting research that is being conducted at DiRAC Institute to search for other anomalous stars.

Directions & Parking: Located at the corner of 15th Ave NE and NE Pacific Hwy, in the University District. The planetarium is on the second floor of the Physics/Astronomy Auditorium in room A220 at the far end of the hall.

The closest parking to the planetarium is the West Gatehouse. After 4pm, parking costs a flat rate of $6.50. The closest drop-off locations near the planetarium are the 30 minute load/unload zones located on W Stevens Way NE. 

For information on disability parking visit the disability parking webpage


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CANCELLED: Star Party at Paramount School Park at dusk Saturday

Saturday, February 3, 2024


CANCELLED: Notice how very dark it is outside? Not a good night for star viewing.

Join the Seattle Astronomical Society for a Star Party in Shoreline tonight Saturday, February 3, 2024 at the Paramount School Park, 15300 8th Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155

It's free to see the stars!

Remember to dress warmly, bring a chair, a hot non-alcoholic drink, and your binoculars or telescope if you have them. We will have telescopes setup for you to view the stars.

*RVSP on Facebook or at https://www.seattleastro.org/events/2913 to get an alert if the event is canceled due to weather conditions. We will notify by 4pm day of the event if this even will be canceled.

The Moon is near its "third quarter" phase and as such the Moon does not rise until near or after midnight making Shoreline skies particularly dark and favorable for the star party.

Experienced astronomers from the Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) volunteer their time and telescopes and binoculars to share with the public. Everyone is welcome including families with children.

Visit the SAS website for other Puget Sound star party events, and for outreach opportunities, meetings and membership information.

This public star party is authorized by the city of Shoreline, Parks & Recreation Department and is free of charge.


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Shorecrest student was key member of creative team for Museum of Flight's Pathfinder Awards Banquet

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

2023 Pathfinder Interns Shorecrest High School student Brendon Rudberg and Ballard High School student Ryder Waltmire at the podium during the Pathfinder Awards Banquet
Photo courtesy Museum of Flight

Shorecrest High School Senior Brendan Rudberg was one of four high school interns who served as key members of the creative team for the The Museum of Flight's Annual Pathfinder Awards Banquet on October 28, 2023.

Pathfinder Awards co-chair Steve Taylor described the interns and their contributions to the high-profile event as “amazing.”

Brendan was in the Museum of Flight’s 2023 Washington Aerospace Scholars program. The online curriculum is a University of Washington college course focused on NASA’s space exploration program as well as topics in Earth and Space Science.

This allowed him to take part in the Pathfinder Intern program. The annual Pathfinder Awards honor Northwest visionaries that have made significant contributions to the development of the aerospace industry. 

The 2023 Pathfinder Awards Banquet on Oct. 28 honored Blue Origin spaceflight engineer Gary Lai, and retired Boeing president Ray Conner. The format of the Pathfinder event centers upon “fireside chats” with an emcee and an honoree that look back upon the Pathfinder’s accomplishments; and despite casual appearances the conversations are based upon well-researched scripts created by the Pathfinder Interns.

Pathfinders Lai and Conner were interviewed extensively by the interns to write their biographies for The Museum of Flight’s magazine, Aloft, and for developing a script for the Awards banquet. The interns were engaged in the Pathfinder program for about six months, culminating with the Pathfinder Awards Banquet.

The Museum’s Pathfinder Intern program has given dozens of high school students the rare opportunity to personally engage with some of the most recognized leaders in aviation and space

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Saturday December 2 is a fun event convergence zone - too many things too little time

Wednesday, November 29, 2023


By Diane Hettrick

There are several dates during the year where every organization in town seems to schedule an event and December 2, 2023 is clearly one of those days.

I thought I had a route figured out to be able to get to everything, but then discovered three more events. Obviously you will need to make choices. Sorry - you can't have it all.

8am - 6pm (Fred Meyer on Aurora) Shoreline Fire Toy Drive


10am  Green Shoreline Day - (12 locations in Shoreline) planting events

10am - 2pm (Sky Nursery) Heartful Rootz Makers Market

10am - 1pm (Shoreline College) Let's Make Gifts for the Holidays

 10am or 12:30pm or 2pm (Kruckeberg) Holiday Wreath-Making (pre-registration required)

10am - 3pm (Shoreline Place) T&C Gingerbread House Decorating Event

10am -5pm (Hillwood) Paul Lewing annual studio sale - Saturday and Sunday

12 - 4pm (Ridgecrest) Cascade Winter Market


2 - 3:30pm (Shoreline Library) Holiday and Winter Photography

4:30pm (Richmond Beach) Tree Lighting and Santa

6 - 10:30pm (Ridgecrest) Star Party

 

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Star Party at Paramount School Park on December 2, 2023

Friday, November 24, 2023


Star Party at Paramount School Park on Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 6 to 10:30pm. Location: 15300 8th Ave NE, Shoreline WA 98155

This public "Star Gaze" event is authorized by the city of Shoreline, Parks & Recreation Department. It is open to the public and free of charge.

Experienced astronomers from the Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) volunteer their time and telescopes and binoculars to share with the public. Everyone is welcome including families with children.

The Moon is near its "third quarter" phase and as such the Moon does not rise until near or after midnight making Shoreline skies particularly dark and favorable for stargazing.

Check the SAS website frequently for star gazing event status. If weather conditions force cancellation of an event, that news will be posted not later that 4pm the day of the event.
 
Visit the SAS website for other Puget Sound star gazing events, and for outreach opportunities, meetings and membership information.

Sunset Times:
Official at 04:18 PM
Civil at 04:54 PM
Nautical at 05:33 PM
Astronomical at 06:10 PM

Lunar Phase:
🌖
Waning Gibbous
20 days

Monthly "Skymaps" for identifying celestial targets and constellations along with a vast number of stargazing tools and publications can be found at Sky Maps

More astronomy information on identifying monthly and seasonal celestial targets, training materials and observing challenges can be found on "Astronomical League" website

Globe at Night educational challenge materials on "dark sky preservation" and identifying light pollution can be found on Globe At Night

Paramount School Park Stargaze coordinator is Bill O'Neil.


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Congress: Cantwell, Hickenlooper bill to clean up space junk passes Senate unanimously

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Space debris. Photo courtesy University of Washington
ORBITS Act would support technologies to clear the nearly 1 million pieces of dangerous orbital debris that endanger astronauts and satellites

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On October 31, 2023, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Orbital Sustainability (ORBITS) Act, a bipartisan bill to establish a first-of-its-kind demonstration program to reduce the amount of space junk in orbit. 

U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) Chair of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, joined Sen. John Hickenlooper in introducing the bill in February and it passed the Committee in July. It now heads to the House.

“Nearly one million pieces of space junk pass over our heads every day,” Sen. Cantwell said. 
“The ORBITS Act will jumpstart the technology development needed to remove the most dangerous space junk before it knocks out a scientific satellite, threatens a NASA mission, or falls to the ground and hurts someone.”

“Space junk,” or orbital debris, currently poses a threat to human space exploration, scientific research missions, and emerging commercial space services. There are approximately 8,000 metric tons of space junk currently in orbit, including at least 900,000 individual pieces of debris that are potentially lethal to satellites. Because of the magnitude of the current debris, simply preventing more debris in the future is not enough.

Every year, there are cases of space junk falling to Earth. A car-sized object landed in Australia over the summer. In Washington state, a large piece of space junk crashed into a farmer’s property in March 2021. 

Washington state companies, including Seattle-based satellite servicer Starfish Space, have advocated for the acceleration of space debris removal efforts. Other companies in Washington state, like SpaceX, Amazon’s Kuiper Systems, and Stoke Space Technologies, are also looking for new ways to reduce debris from accumulating in space in the first place or have been threatened by debris.

The ORBITS Act would:
  • Direct the Department of Commerce Office of Space Commerce (OSC) to publish a list of debris that poses the greatest risk to orbiting spacecraft;
  • Establish a NASA program to demonstrate the removal of debris from orbit to accelerate the development of required technologies;
  • Encourage consistent orbital debris regulations by initiating a multi-agency update to existing orbital debris standards applicable to government systems; and
  • Require OSC, with the National Space Council and Federal Communications Commission, to encourage the development of practices for coordinating space traffic, which will help avoid collisions that create debris.

Read the bill text HERE.

Sen. Cantwell has been a champion for Washington state’s space industry and oversees NASA and the space industry as Chair of the Committee. 

Last year, Sen. Cantwell spearheaded the passage of the CHIPS and Science Act, one of the largest five-year federal research and development investments in U.S. history. The law includes the new NASA Authorization, enshrining the NASA Artemis missions to the Moon and eventually Mars in U.S. law. The Artemis program has 42 suppliers in Washington state. 

In July, Sen. Cantwell hosted a Washington state space summit with NASA Administrator Bill Nelson and talked about how the space industry has more than doubled in four years and supports more than 13,000 jobs, creating $4.6 billion in economic activity in the state. Read more on Washington state’s space economy and Sen. Cantwell’s actions here.


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UWMed: The science of scares: what makes us love fear

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Photo courtesy UW Newsroom
Boo!

Nothing is quite as scary-fun as Halloween. People of all ages seek thrills and chills — and a little sugar, too — dressing up like vampires, zombies and demented ax murderers. But what, exactly, happens in our brains and bodies when we play with fear?

It turns out our obsession has primordial origins in the fight-flight-or-freeze reflex, and lives in the same part of our brain as love and happiness. While we’re no longer running from sabertooth tigers, our fear responses are still hard-wired into the way we see the world.

We’re also chasing a chemical high, not unlike that sugar rush so many kids pursue each Oct. 31.

“Those adrenaline and dopamine releases that we get, they're also linked to pleasure centers in the brain,” said Michele Bedard-Gilligan, an associate professor in the University of Washington School of Medicine’s department of psychiatry and behavioral sciences. 
“For many of us, that feels fun and exciting to kind of have that type of reaction, particularly when it's happening in a space that we know is actually not objectively dangerous.
For more, read this blog post


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Star Party at Paramount School Park Saturday - weather permitting

Monday, October 30, 2023

Star party at Paramount School Park
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Join neighbors and astronomers on Saturday evening, November 4, 2023 at 7:00pm for a totally FREE and Amazing Star Party at Paramount School Park, corner of 8th Ave NE and NE 155th - out in the middle of the field just east of the restrooms.

Public is invited. Great event for families and folks who would like to see planets and stars in the night sky through huge telescopes!

Please - no dogs.

Rain or total cloud cover cancels the event.

This public "Star Gaze" event is authorized by the city of Shoreline, Parks and Recreation Department and is free of charge.

Experienced astronomers from the Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) volunteer their time and telescopes and binoculars to share with the public. Everyone is welcome including families with children.

The Moon is near its "third quarter" phase and as such the Moon does not rise until near or after midnight making Shoreline skies particularly dark and favorable for stargazing.

Check the SAS website frequently for star gazing event status. If weather conditions force cancellation of an event, that news will be posted not later that 4pm the day of the event.
 
Visit the SAS website for other Puget Sound stargazing events, and for outreach opportunities, meetings and membership information.


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Eclipse photos from Steve Schneider

Sunday, October 15, 2023

Photo copyright Steve Schneider

Photo copyright Steve Schneider

Photo copyright Steve Schneider

I wasn't sure if there would be any local photos of the eclipse, considering our cloud cover, so I was delighted to see this photos from Shoreline resident Steve Schneider in my in box.

--Diane Hettrick


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See the stars Saturday at Paramount School Park

Thursday, October 5, 2023

Paramount School Park Stargaze Party
Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 7:30pm
Open to Public

Join the group out in the middle of the Park, corner of 8th Ave NE and NE 155th in the Ridgecrest Neighborhood of Shoreline.

This public "Star Gaze" event is authorized by the city of Shoreline, Parks / Recreation Department and is free of charge.
 
Experienced astronomers from the Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) volunteer their time and telescopes and binoculars to share with the public. Everyone is welcome including families with children.

The Moon is near its "third quarter" phase and as such the Moon does not rise until near or after midnight making Shoreline skies particularly dark and favorable for stargazing.
 
Check the SAS website frequently for stargazing event status. If weather conditions force cancellation of an event, that news will be posted not later that 4pm the day of the event.
 
Visit the SAS website for other Puget Sound stargazing events, and for outreach opportunities, meetings and membership information.


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Solar eclipse October 14, 2023 - library programs

Sunday, October 1, 2023


On Wednesday, October 4, 2023 from 6-7pm, join Alice Enevoldsen, local NASA Volunteer Solar System Ambassador and prepare to safely experience the upcoming partial solar eclipse from the Pacific Northwest on October 14. 

Learn the scientific cause of an eclipse, as well as a peek into worldwide cultural beliefs that illuminate our human perspective on celestial events.

Please register. You will be emailed a link no later than one hour before the program start time. If you do not see an email, check your Junk or Spam folder.


Solar Eclipse Photography with Tim Durkan, Saturday, October 7, 3-4pm

Learn how to safely photograph solar eclipses. Hear from Seattle photographer Tim Durkan on his experience getting a shot of the 2017 total solar eclipse.

Please register. You will be emailed a link no later than one hour before the program start time. If you do not see an email, check your Junk or Spam folder.


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Stargazing party at Paramount School Park Saturday night

Saturday, September 9, 2023

Star Gaze at Paramount School Park
Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) Paramount Park stargazing event Saturday September 9, 2023 at 8pm. 15300 8th NE, Shoreline WA 98155

We are in September so you should wear something warm. Bring a comfy chair and blanket as well so you can sit with friends and look up at the stars. We will have telescopes to look through and a short presentation on the night sky.

This public "Star Gaze" event is authorized by the city of Shoreline Parks and Recreation Department and is free of charge.
 
Experienced astronomers from the Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) volunteer their time and telescopes and binoculars to share with the public. 

Everyone is welcome including families with children.

Check the SAS website and Facebook page frequently for stargazing event status updates. 

If weather conditions force cancellation of an event, that news will be posted not later that 4pm the day of the event.

Please no white lights at the event, we want everyone to keep their eyes adapted to the dark so they can see as much as possible. Red light flashlights are encouraged.


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Black Rocket Computer Camps for Kids

Saturday, July 29, 2023

Black Rocket Computer Camps for Kids 
August 7-11 and August 21-24 at Shoreline Community College

Black Rocket’s distinct programs in Creative Sciences and Digital Arts focus on the intersection of creativity and technology. 

Each course emphasizes self-empowerment, cognitive reasoning, and creative thinking through hands-on learning. Black Rocket's mission is to help ignite, unleash, and enhance these distinct talents.

In-Person camps are offered on the Shoreline Community College campus 16101 Greenwood Ave N in building #1300 computer labs. Parents can choose from morning, afternoon or combine for an all day camp. 

Camps are grouped for students age 8 - 11 years old and 11 - 14 years old. Lunch coverage will be provided if student chooses to take two sessions during the week. 

Topics include: Roblox, Minecraft, 3d Game Design, and Advanced 3d Video Game design with Unity. Some classes are almost full! For more information, and to register: Youth Programs (campusce.net)


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Forensic Science Summer Camp next week with KIMSeattle

Friday, July 14, 2023

Micropipettes and microscopes are cool! Sign up for the Kids In Medicine camp for rising 6th-9th grade students from July 17th - 21st on campus. Camp participants will immerse themselves in a fictitious, yet realistic, simulated crime and spend the week solving the case.

Collected evidence from the recreated scene is analyzed using eight different fields of forensic science. 

There are 12 forensic science labs and activities daily and guest experts will teach alongside professional camp staff. Each day is infused with entertaining intrigue where camp participants view video footage of suspect interactions that leak clues and potential motive. 

On the last day, teams interrogate their main suspect, and present their cases to a prosecuting attorney. A short reveal-film of what “actually” happened concludes the camp.

Sponsored by Kids in Medicine and Science (KIMSeattle) and hosted at Shoreline Community College 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133.

Email for more information: info@kimseattle.org and KIMSeattle Forensic Science Summer Camp (campusce.net)


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Kids In Medicine Summer camp on college campus in July

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Camp participants will immerse themselves in a fictitious, yet realistic, simulated crime and spend the week solving the case. 

Collected evidence from the recreated scene is analyzed using eight different fields of forensic science. 

There are 12 forensic science labs and activities daily and guest experts will teach alongside professional camp staff. 

Each day is infused with entertaining intrigue where camp participants view video footage of suspect interactions that leak clues and potential motive. 

On the last day, teams interrogate their main suspect, and present their cases to a prosecuting attorney. A short reveal-film of what “actually” happened concludes the camp.

Dates: 7/17/2023 - 7/21/2023
Times: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Fee: $475.00
For rising 7th-9th graders (Ages 12 – 15)

Sponsored by Kids in Medicine and Science (KIMSeattle) and hosted at Shoreline Community College 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133.

Email for more information: info@kimseattle.org.


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SnoKing Retirees group heard from Shoreline astronaut at their May luncheon

Friday, June 16, 2023

Barb Bumgardner is giving a “Certificate of Appreciation” to Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger, after her presentation. Dottie delivered a stimulating review of her journey to become an astronaut at the SnoKing School Retirees Luncheon on May 18, 2023.

By Barb Bumgardner, Chair or the SKSR May luncheon

The SnoKing School Retirees (SKSR) group is composed of retired teachers and other school professionals from multiple north King and south Snohomish school districts.

It was great to see lots of those folks at our SnoKing School Retirees May luncheon on May 18, 2023 which was held at the Shoreline Center, a new location for SKSR.

We were honored to be joined by two of our local school superintendents, Dr Susana Reyes from Shoreline, and Dr. Rebecca Miner from Edmonds, who also taught with our speaker in Vancouver, Washington, several years ago.

Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger is in the Discovery Space Shuttle as she is on her way to the IIS (International Space Station), April, 2010. Dottie had always dreamed of becoming an astronaut.

But the most “out of this world” experience was the presentation by Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger, a former NASA astronaut!

I met Dottie when she lived across the street from me for several years. My neighborhood was quite excited when we learned that with the family who just moved in, the mom was a former astronaut! 

Jason, Dottie’s husband, teaches in the Northshore School District, and their daughter, Bria, is a sophomore at Shorecrest High School in Shoreline. Dottie and her family all love enjoying outdoor adventures.

As educators, we often check in with our students to inquire about their plans for the future. At the age of 9, Dottie made a paper mache model of an astronaut when her teacher asked what she wanted to become. 

In her presentation, Dottie reminded us that dreams don’t just “happen.” She went on to share with us the many steps she took along the way to her launching into space as an astronaut. 

Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger is in charge of monitoring checklists while two of her crew are outside of the Space Shuttle. She went through several years of training in order to safely fulfill her responsibilities.

Her parents sent her to Space Camp when she was 15, and when she returned, she built a model of the Space Shuttle Discovery, as it was launching with the Hubble Telescope that very year. After college at Whitman in Walla Walla, Dottie was quite interested in science and math. She got her teaching degree, and went on to teach earth science at a junior high in Vancouver, WA.

One of her students asked her one day to explain how astronauts use the bathroom in space. She admitted that she had no idea, and went onto the NASA website to find the answer. While on the NASA website she noticed that NASA was hiring teachers to become astronauts. After being accepted, she then went through over two years of training.

On April 5, 2010, exactly 20 years after she built the model of Discovery, Dottie was launched into space along with her crew of seven, on the Space Shuttle Discovery, on their way to the ISS (International Space Station).

Dottie included many striking photos in her presentation, which were projected on a huge screen for us to enjoy them. 

If you are interested in learning more about our speaker, Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger, you can find many interesting sites online. One in particular that I enjoyed was on the Seattle TEDx website that includes a 15-minute Ted talk entitled "Dream Boldly"


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