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British Columbia School successfully hosted its first-ever Space Leadership Programme – NASA Day, in collaboration with NASA and the Himalayan Space Centre. The groundbreaking event, themed “Build and Blast-Off Your Space Rocket,” brought together students from grades 9 to 12 for a day of hands-on learning, teamwork, and exploration of space science, says a press release.
The programme was facilitated by Afroz Al Mamun, Space Camp Ambassador (NASA and ESA) and Master Tutor, ISRO-India, aiming to spark curiosity, develop problem-solving skills, and inspire young learners to dream of futures in science, technology, and space leadership.
The school noted that students aspiring to study abroad, particularly those seeking substantial scholarships, require strong extracurricular achievements in addition to academic excellence. With this in mind, British Columbia School continues to provide global-standard opportunities to strengthen their path towards success.
Throughout the day, students engaged in a series of activities that blended science, creativity, and teamwork. From warm-up games such as one-leg rest, jump rope, and hopscotch that highlighted the importance of resilience, to ice-breaking challenges like ping pong and tangram that encouraged teamwork, participants were constantly encouraged to build confidence. Hands-on activities included straw rocket and rocket launcher sessions, where students built 3D rocket models and tested them in friendly competitions, alongside astronaut finding games designed to develop problem-solving under pressure. Students also experimented with parachute models to understand their real-life functionality, built simple rover modules inspired by Mars missions, and repurposed plastic bottles into water rockets that combined innovation with sustainability. A highlight of the programme was the virtual reality experience, which immersed students in interactive space and rocket concepts.
The day concluded with a grand rocket launch, as student-designed models soared into the sky, leaving participants energised and inspired by the possibilities of space exploration.
Reflecting on the milestone, Principal Lisa Saha and Chairman Quazi Rafquat Hossain said, “Hosting the first-ever NASA Day at British Columbia School is a proud moment for us. Through this programme, students not only learned science but also discovered the values of creativity, perseverance, and leadership.”
This first-of-its-kind initiative reinforced British Columbia School’s commitment to providing international-standard learning opportunities and preparing students to become innovators and leaders of tomorrow. – Press release
