Aviation Education

Aviation education and aviation awareness programs are going on throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia for the benefit of citizens of all ages. They may be structured, full-time activities, such as high school and post secondary aviation programs, or one-time events such as airport open houses or Young Eagles days. Regardless of their format, these programs inform participants about the importance of aviation to both our state and rest of the country, open young minds to a much wider range of future career possibilities, and ultimately, invite young and old to experience the excitement and fun that aviation has always represented to our nation. To make resources available to those who need them, the Virginia Department of Aviation operates an Aviation Education Resource Center which provides aviation education and career materials and videotapes (on loan) to Virginia educators; as well as clubs, organizations, and other entities.

Virginia Contests/Scholarships/Workshops Programs for Teachers and Students ---

Aviation Teachers Grant Program Application (2009/10) - available to Virginia teachers in grades K-12.
2010 International Aviation Art Contest - 2009 Winning Artwork
Virginia Airport Operators Council John R. Lillard Aviation Scholarship Program (deadline February 20, 2009) ; Cover Letter
Willard G. Plentl Aviation Scholarship Program (deadline February 20, 2009)

EAA Young Eagles Program

Other Education Contests/Workshops/Events/Awards

The 6th Passport to the Future Teacher Workshop, sponsored by Lockheed Martin, hosted by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), will be August 3-4, 2009 in Denver, Colorado.
If you want to explain the aerospace industry and demystify math and science for your students, this is the workshop for you. Concurrent sessions will focus on hands-on standards based activities. Network with other educators from across the country and share ideas on how to inspire your students.
Dr. Mark Lewis, former Chief Scientist of the US Air Force will inspire with the opening keynote address. You will not want to miss a “backstage evening” with astronaut Bruce McCandless, II as he tells us about flying through space and his missions on STS 31 and 41B.
This event was created for teachers like you who are interested in astronautics and aeronautics and want to learn about the technical side of hands-on activities. The grade level focus is from kindergarten to grade 12; and You will also be able to view a number of elaborate technical exhibits, attend an aerospace plenary session and presentations. CEU and Graduate Credits Available. Register now or for more information:
http://www.aiaa.org/content.cfm?pageid=230&lumeetingid=2271
Leadership Conference on Aviation and Space Education will be held October 15-16, 2009 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel in Arlington, Virginia. For more information visit www.lcase.org
Team America Rocketry Challenge
A. Scott Crossfield Aerospace Education Teacher of the Year Award - hosted by the National Aviation Hall of Fame.