British Columbia School holds first NASA Day

British Columbia School in Dhaka on Friday held its first-ever Space Leadership Program – NASA Day, in collaboration with NASA and the Himalayan Space Centre, giving students from grades 9 to 12 a hands-on experience in space science.

Under the theme “Build and Blast-Off Your Space Rocket,” students participated in rocket-building and launching, parachute system simulations, rover construction, and virtual reality space exploration. Teamwork-focused challenges were also conducted to foster problem-solving skills, resilience, and leadership.

Facilitated by Afroz Al Mamun, Space Camp Ambassador (NASA & ESA) and Master Tutor at ISRO-India, the program aimed to spark scientific curiosity and encourage students to pursue careers in science, technology, and space.

The day culminated in a grand rocket launch, where student-designed models soared into the sky, leaving participants inspired. Principal Lisa Saha and Chairman Quazi Rafquat Hossain called the event a milestone, highlighting the school’s commitment to global-standard education and nurturing the innovators and leaders of tomorrow.

HKJ