Nasa Astronauts to Engage with Florida Students
NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney will participate in a live Earth-to-space call on November 10, 2026, where they will respond to prerecorded STEM-related questions from students. The event is scheduled to start at 10:40 a.m. EST and will be streamed on the agency’s Learn With NASA YouTube channel.
Event Hosted by Local Academy
Freedom Crossing Academy in St. Johns, Florida, is hosting this interactive session aimed at students from kindergarten through 12th grade, along with the local community. The initiative seeks to enhance students’ knowledge of space exploration and awareness of career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Media Coverage and RSVP Details
Members of the media wishing to cover the event must confirm their attendance by 5 p.m. EST on November 9, 2026. RSVPs should be directed to Christina Upchurch.
International Space Station Contributions
The International Space Station has been continuously inhabited for over 26 years, facilitating significant scientific advancements and research that cannot be conducted on Earth. It plays a critical role in helping NASA tackle the challenges of human spaceflight, expand commercial activities in low Earth orbit, and lay the groundwork for future missions to the Moon and Mars as part of the Artemis program.
Source: NASA
