Live Q&A from the International Space Station
On Thursday, June 18, two NASA astronauts will join a New Jersey classroom for a virtual question‑and‑answer session. While orbiting aboard the International Space Station (ISS), Chris Williams and Jessica Meir will respond to pre‑submitted STEM queries.
Technical details
The broadcast starts at 12:05 p.m. EDT and will be streamed live on NASA’s Learn With NASA YouTube channel. Students recorded their questions in advance, allowing the crew to answer them during their daily schedule in space.
Organization and audience
The event is organized by Newton Public Schools, a district in New Jersey that frequently partners with space agencies for educational outreach. The initiative aims to boost interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics among school‑age learners.
Topics covered
- Daily life and work aboard the ISS
- Scientific experiments in microgravity
- Career paths in aerospace
Participants will also receive updates on current NASA missions and the importance of international cooperation in space exploration.