The Telescopes in Schools (TiS) programme does pretty much what it says on the tin!
We aim to encourage a healthy sense of wonder and curiosity in high school students and the school community along with a positive connection with tertiary education via the medium of observational astronomy.
TiS succeeds through simplicity.
1. Once we partner with a school, we lend a high-quality, research-grade telescope for a typical period of three years.
2. We support teachers to use the telescope and run observation nights for students, staff, parents, and the wider community.
3. Volunteers from the UoM’s School of Physics often attend observation nights to engage with the community.
The focus is not solely on astronomy education,
but on strengthening the relationship between the school community and tertiary education in general.
There is nothing like a good role model.
Please use the Contact Us tab if you would like more information about this programme.
