Riddle me this: How can one teach about comparative politics and radioactive decay at the same time? How can one illustrate the checks and balances in government while simultaneously teaching about space exploration? What about marine biology and nuclear isotopes? The answer, my…
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Construction Update
There’s been a lot going on lately, and it’s been a while since we gave you a solid update about the construction of the IKS Titan. We’re in the final stretch now, with only one section of flooring and a…
Playtesting at the Children’s Museum
Hot off the presses, Dream Flight Adventures is partnering with the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh to playtest its simulator control software. We are the inaugural project of what the museum hopes to become a staple program offered through their Makeshop,…
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A Visit from the Math & Science Collaborative
It’s been a busy week for the Dream Flyers. On Tuesday we were paid a visit by Gabriela Rose from the Math & Science Collaborative. We met inside the simulator, which is nearly complete. Only the flooring on the…
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Station Overview Video
Hello troops, I’m excited to announce a brand new video that introduces all 16 stations in our simulators. This is a great resource to review prior to a mission with us. Also, teachers, please note that this video goes…
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Debriefing
The door chimed and Admiral Starblayze looked up from his work. “Come in,” he said. Admiral Rigorious strode into the room and sat down. “You wanted to see me?” “Yes, and I suppose you know why.” Admiral Starblayze slid his…
Infiltration
Admiral Starblayze’s voice boomed across the PA system. “Cadets, attention!” The cadets in training froze where they were and stood at attention. They had been working for weeks, learning new concepts and skills in hopes of being able to serve…
A Delightful Demonstration
Today I had the honor of running two live demo missions at the Shaler Elementary. The first featured Mike Penn’s GATE students, and the second featured a joint crew of GATE and Special Ed students. We had about 35 kids…
A Barrage of Belated Updates
Tonight I make two big updates, as I haven’t made many visits to this here watering hole in many a week. My apologies. I know this is the place that many curious minds gather to share rumors and whispers about…
Forward-thinking Administators
Last week between furious gulps of delicious Turkey we threw a spotlight on some of the key educators who have made Dream Flight Adventures possible. Today we give a shout out to another group of educators: the visionary administrators who…
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