On May 16, students at Central Boulevard Elementary were treated to an out-of-this-world surprise: a live conversation with astronauts aboard the International Space Station! The event capped off a year of reading achievements, tying into the school’s PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) program, which kicked off in November with the theme Reading is a Blast! Exploring a Universe of Stories.
Library Media Specialist Ashley Scotto applied for this unique opportunity and was thrilled to learn in April that CBS had been selected. The virtual call not only celebrated students’ reading accomplishments but also honored their deep interest in space and STEM. With a diverse student population, topics like space exploration have always sparked excitement and curiosity.
To view the replay, click here to visit NASA’s YouTube channel.
Check out News 12’s coverage here: Bethpage Elementary School students speak to NASA astronauts
