Orchids The International School Presents Astro Fair – Go Cosmo, Your Gateway To Space in Pune!
Pune, 22nd May 2024 – Orchids The International School, renowned for its excellence in education, is thrilled to unveil its latest initiative, Astro Fair – Go Cosmo, an extraordinary three-day event set to captivate space enthusiasts of all ages. Scheduled to take place at Orchids Tathawade campus in Pune from May 24th to May 26th, this immersive experience promises a thrilling journey into the realms of astronomy, cosmology, and physics. Following the success of Go Cosmo events in Bangalore, Mumbai, the school chain kicked off its Pune edition on Friday.
The Astro Fair-Go Cosmo is designed to ignite a fervor for space exploration, science, and technology among students and adults alike. With a lineup of engaging activities such as Alien Encounter, Planetary Ponder, Gravitational Gym, Comet Crafting, Cosmic Collider, Virtual Voyager, Stellar Spectacle, Star Seeker, and Spinning Spaceship Workshop, participants will delve into the mysteries of the cosmos while enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Stressing on the exposure for such Space Exploration Fair like Go Cosmo, Ajit Singh, VP Academics-Astronomy, Orchids The International School said, “Astro Fairs like Go Cosmo are about much more than just space exploration – they are cultivating a generation of big thinkers and innovators. By incorporating space education into India’s new National Education Policy, we are creating a space that encourages students to be creative, with entrepreneurial minds. This is crucial timing as India’s space industry is projected to skyrocket to $33 billion within the next ten years. At Orchids International School, we are determined to future-proof our students by providing specialized training in the space sciences. Our emphasis on STEM prepares young people to take the reins as tomorrow’s leaders in science, technology, and pushing the boundaries of exploration.”
Sharing excitement on Go Cosmo, Sumitra Goswami, Senior VP Academics, Orchids The International School said “Go Cosmo is a prime example of how we’re working to instill a deep passion among children for science and technology of all ages. But our vision reaches far beyond the four walls of the classroom. We aim to equip the next generation with hands-on experiences and interactive learning that sparks their curiosity and creativity. Developing those vital skills and inquisitive mindsets will allow them to tackle head-on the ever-evolving challenges facing our world. At our core, we’re empowering young people to blaze new trails.”
Usha Murthy, Principal- Tathawade Campus, Orchids The International School said, “We spark kids’ passion for space science from an young age and we also provide astronomy sessions for 5 and 6-year-old. Children get immersive planetarium experiences and hands-on activities in our space labs to learn while playing. Once they move into upper elementary, starting around 5th grade, the real-life exposure kicks in with Space Camps that let them explore astronomy in a whole new way. We also have the awesome Astroverse Club on Discord pumping out entertaining videos and discussions regularly. But it’s not just the kids – we offer hands-on learning opportunities year-round through competitions and Olympiads, and both of which we host ourselves. This huge Astro Fair called Go Cosmo really drives home our commitment to sparking curiosity and wonder about the universe in young minds. We want them developing a deep appreciation for how relevant astronomy is to their daily lives from an early age.”
Harsh Gupta, VP Academics-Student Welfare, Orchids The International School said, “We’re extremely happy to launch this Astro Fair called Go Cosmo right here, in Mumbai. It’s going to be a totally unique experience that combines both learning and fun, all focused on space science. The whole goal is to light a fire under the next generation of scientific thinkers, innovators, and explorers. We want to help kids develop a real depth of understanding about the universe and all it holds. But even more than that, we’re aiming to cultivate a deep-seated passion for STEM subjects – science, tech, engineering, and math. Those disciplines are the key to unlocking new frontiers.
The Astro Fair aligns with India’s vision for space exploration and education, as articulated in the National Education Policy (NEP). By integrating space-related concepts into learning experiences, Orchids The International School aims to empower students with specialized skills crucial for future advancements in space technology and exploration.
The Astro Fair, Go Cosmo in Pune will take place at Orchids The International School’s Thane Campus from May 24th to 26th from 4 PM to 10 PM.
