High School Astronomy Seminar + Lab

Service Description

This course will provide a comprehensive introduction to astronomy for high school students, covering topics from celestial mechanics to cosmology with hands-on activities and features historical figures who shaped our understanding of the universe. We will explore the lifecycle of stars, galaxy structures, the large-scale structure of the universe, ancient astronomical practices, and more through engaging lessons and labs. By the end, students will gain an appreciation for the beauty and complexity of our cosmos. :: Syllabus :: Week 1 — Seeing the Universe: Telescopes & Light Week 2 — The Language of Light: Spectroscopy Week 3 — Our Solar System Week 4 — Interstellar Space Week 5 — Stars: Birth to Death Week 6 — REVIEW Week 7 — Black Holes & Stellar Remnants Week 8 — Galaxies: Island Universes Week 9 — Cosmology & Our Cosmic Address Week 10 — Ancient Astronomy & Celestial Mapping Week 11 — Midterm Lab Week (Integration) Week 12 — REVIEW Week 13 — Gravitational Physics & Lensing Week 14 — Exoplanets & Detection Methods Week 15 — Astrophysical Instruments: HST & JWST Week 16 — Astrophysics in Practice (Student-Led Inquiry Week) Week 17 — Final Synthesis: The Cosmic Story Week 18 — FINAL Note: SMALL CLASS SIZE LIVE INSTRUCTION - NO Prerecorded Lectures Certificate Received Upon Completion of Final Project & Course