The Challenger Center is an international non-profit STEM education organization founded in 1986 by the families of the Challenger space shuttle crew. Through a network of Challenger Learning Centers, they deliver space-themed simulated missions and hands-on activities for students, typically targeting middle and high school levels. These immersive experiences, often in partnership with organizations like NASA and Minecraft Education, aim to foster teamwork, problem-solving, and interest in STEM careers. Associated keywords: STEM education, space mission simulations, Challenger Learning Centers, NASA, Artemis missions.
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Dr. Lance Bush is a member of the Users’ Advisory Group and serves as president and chief executive of the Challenger Center.
Challenger Center serves more than 250,000 K-12 students each year with experiential, hands-on education programs delivered by 40 Challenger Learning Centers.
Challenger Center serves more than 250,000 K-12 students each year through experiential, hands-on education programs delivered by 40 Challenger Learning Centers.