Bangalore: With the aim to spark curiosity and a sense of wonder about the universe among young minds, Orchids International School, one of India’s leading K12 school chains, hosted an exciting Space Camp at Valley Vibes resort. The students were able to gaze at the celestial bodies through state-of-the-art Newtonian and Dobsonian telescopes, immersing themselves in the practical experience for their Astronomy class within the enjoyable settings of a fun-filled space camp.
During this memorable camp, under the shimmering starlit sky, students had the chance to peer at celestial bodies through a reflecting telescope. The stargazing session allowed students to observe captivating celestial objects such as Saturn with its Moon Titan, Jupiter with its four largest moons, the Orion Nebula, Cassiopeia, and Venus. Additionally, students received instruction on the operation of telescopes, planetary stars, and more during the Constellation session. More than 500 students from various branches, including Panathur, Mysore Road, Annapoorneshwari nagar, Whitefield, and Sarjapur Road among others, participated in this engaging field trip, which extended their learning beyond the classroom walls.
Dr. Vedavathi Bysani, VP Academics of Orchids The International School, Bangalore stated – “The stargazing field trip is one of the several field trip initiatives at Orchids, in line with our motto of giving students a practical experience. Not only does this stimulate a life-long curiosity among the students but also it gives them real life exposure that substantiates what we teach them in the classroom. This comprehensive experience encourages the students to assimilate knowledge and compete in national and international level space science competitions.”
Orchids International School remains dedicated to nurturing the inquisitive spirit within each student, offering experiences that go beyond traditional classroom learning and inspire a lifelong love for knowledge. The school’s Astronomy curriculum provides students with practical, hands-on experiences with astronomy tools, helping them develop a deeper appreciation for the relevance of astronomy in their daily lives. With these objectives in mind, the field trip left a lasting impression on every participant, igniting a lifelong passion for the mysteries of the night sky.