Pinecrest Academy students selected to speak to ISS astronauts
CUMMING, Ga. - Students at Pinecrest Academy, a private Catholic school in Cumming, have been selected for a rare opportunity to communicate with astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
What we know:
The school was granted this chance through Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS), a program that connects students with astronauts using amateur radio technology. This hands-on experience will allow students to engage in a real-time conversation with the crew orbiting Earth.
Pinecrest Academy officials say securing this opportunity was a months-long process that required extensive collaboration among faculty and staff. While an exact date for the event has not yet been set, school representatives say it is expected to take place sometime this fall.
Why you should care:
This unique experience will give students a first-hand look at space communication and the work being done aboard the ISS, inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, and space enthusiasts.