A Space Odyssey in 2001 Students in grades 4 through 6 will have
the opportunity tocreate solutions to real space exploration
challenges through the fifth annual Space Day. Space Day, which
will beobserved on May 3, 2001, celebrates the achievements and
opportunities of spaceexploration. The celebration encourages
people of all ages to advance science,math and technology
education. Its Design Challenges encourage students tocreate
solutions to the obstacles encountered by people living and
working inspace. The Design Challenges require students to think
likescientists, with objectives such as the creation of a
mechanical device for useduring space walks, and the development
of emergency procedures for astronauts.The challenges aim to
engage students’ creative problem-solving, criticalthinking, and
teamwork skills. Students work in teams, and can interact
onlinewith other student teams across the continent. The
challenges are aligned withthe national standards for math,
science and technology education. Regist