Aerospace (Grades 9-12)

ÌýÌýFrequently Asked QuestionsÌý

June 9-13Ìý(Online registration closes May 30. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
July 21-25Ìý(Online registration closes July 11. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
9:30am-3pm
$650
Location: Ofelia Miramontes and Leonard Baca Education BuildingÌý

Sixteen CU Â鶹ӰԺ astronaut affiliates have flown on forty space shuttle missions!ÌýJoin some of the leaders in aerospace technologies in learning about what it takes to be an aerospace engineer. In this Academy, we'll meet scientists from the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP), learn about astrobiology, and plan our mission to Mars. We'll get a chance to see one of only a few university-based Mission Operations Centers, where LASP undergraduate and graduate students perform mission operations for NASA satellites totaling more than $1.5 billion in value. Additionally, we'll get a chance to work on gliders, airfoils, jet engines, and testing composites for aircraft wings. Finally, we'll learn about alternative applications of aerospace such as wind turbines and parachutes.

What to Bring:ÌýWhile at Science Discovery, participants are expected to store their personal belongings in their backpack. Space is limited so please limit the number of personal items brought from home. All items should be labeled with the participant’s first and last name in case an item is misplaced.ÌýPlease haveÌýyour child bring the following each day:

  • A backpackÌýfor carrying personal items and any class materials they will be bringing home
  • Filled water bottle(s)
  • Snacks (1-2 depending on child's needs)
  • A sack lunch that does not require refrigeration
  • Closed-toed shoes
  • A hair tie to hold back lengthy hair, if applicableÌý
  • All classesÌýspend a portion of each day outside. Please have your child bring clothing appropriate for the daily forecasted weather (jacket, sweatshirt,Ìýrain poncho, etc.)
  • Optional:ÌýA mask or any additional Personal Protective Equipment the child wishes to utilize

Grade Policy:ÌýCU Science Discovery serves students in grades K-12. Careful consideration is used to determine grade levels for all camps and classes. To provide the highest quality experience for all participants, it is necessary to adhere to the specified grade range for all camps and classes.Ìý

Cancellation and Transfer Policy:ÌýScience Discovery has designed its cancellation policy to minimize the number of camp and classÌýspots that are unused due to last-minute cancellations. Cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the start of the camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee. NoÌýrefunds will be given for cancellations made within 30 days of the start of the camp/class. In the event that a camp/classÌýis cancelled by Science Discovery, registrants will receive a full refund.ÌýTransfer requests made up to 30 days prior to the start of a camp/class will incur a $15ÌýadministrativeÌýfee. Transfer requests made within 30Ìýdays of the the start of a camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee.

CU Â鶹ӰԺ employs a framework for public health andÌýCOVID-19 decision-makingÌýthat follows Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance. While masks areÌýoptional on the CU Â鶹ӰԺ campus, we encourage those who prefer to do so to continue wearing them.ÌýProperly fitted N95 or KN95 masks remain an effective tool for preventing transmission, especially in conjunction with vaccination. Students, parents and staff are encouragedÌýto stay home if they are feeling sick or haveÌýCOVID-like symptoms.Ìý

Feeling under the weather? You should begin isolation at home as soon as you:

  • Begin to experienceÌý.
  • Receive a positive test result for COVID-19, regardless of whether you have symptoms.
  • Have been instructed to isolate by a healthcare provider or public health staff member.

When considering policy changes around COVID-19 transmission prevention, CU Science Discovery will adhere to all campus, county and Public Health guidelines.Ìý(Updated JanuaryÌý2024)