The Challenger Center gives your students an opportunity to use Math, Science, and Technology in an authentic learning environment. Our state-of-the-art facility makes science and math fun and inspirational for youngsters by giving them a chance to explore careers related to Math, Science, and Technology. Every student can be successful at Challenger—it is terrific for building self-esteem and confidence. Students work cooperatively to solve problems and tasks which are based on the New York State Assessments in Science. By tying into current events and using the newest educational technology, Challenger strives to have a positive impact on student learning.

Challenger typically runs 5th and 6th grade classes, because of reading level.

The mission works best for class sizes of 28 or under. Maximum number of students is 30.

Please bring as many chaperones as you'd like. Any adults not arriving on the school bus will need to park across the street from Kodak Center in the large parking lot.

The Teacher Manual is changed and updated frequently to meet the needs of our students and teachers.Simply go to this link for Teacher Manual and you can download the latest version.

filedownload.ashx (monroe.edu)

Give us a call at 585-383-2290. We will be happy to book as many flights as you like, pending availability.

Your visit at Challenger is 2 hours long. Depending on your distance from the Challenger Center, you will have to plan your busing accordingly.

We can accommodate everyone! Just phone ahead in advance of your mission to alert us. The spacecraft is wheelchair accessible. For other concerns, simply give us a call at 585-249-7070.

Yes! The Space Science and Astronomy scenario is simply a context for practicing broader more universal science process skills! Challenger is more about teamwork, problem solving, using technology and following directions than any particular curricular area.

Video conference technology opens up a new dimension in integrating Challenger and technology into your classroom curriculum. We offer a pre-flight video conference with your students prior to the mission if you choose to schedule one. Our Mission Commanders will introduce your students to their jobs, problem solve some pre-mission activities, and answer questions your students may have, all live from the Challenger Learning Center! Please contact Amy_Vallone@boces.monroe.edu to schedule this.