ROSHOLT - Thirty-seven fourth-grade students from the Rosholt School District are beginning a year-long journey into Earth science through NASA DISCOVERIES, a national STEM education program facilitated locally by the Wisconsin Lions Foundation.
DISCOVERIES, which stands for Developing Interconnected STEM Communities of Vested Educational Relevance in Earth Science, provides students with an opportunity to participate in authentic science activities while connecting with NASA scientists and other students across the country. The 2026–27 school-year program launched Sept. 24, at the Wisconsin Lions Foundation. During their first session, students met virtually with Tina Harte Ballinger, founder of the NASA DISCOVERIES program. Students also began developing their observation skills and learned about standard and non-standard measurements.
As the school year progresses, students will collect their own environmental data by taking surface temperature readings and making cloud observations. Students will work together in small groups known as Crews, collaborating on their data collection and observations. Their work will culminate in May 2027, when the students will present their findings through poster presentations. Students will also have opportunities throughout the school year to meet virtually with NASA scientists and learn about their educational and professional journeys into science.
“This program gives our students the opportunity to see that science isn't something that only happens in a laboratory or somewhere far away,” said Phillip Potter, Public Relations Director for the Wisconsin Lions Foundation and instructor of the Wisconsin NASA DISCOVERIES program. “They are collecting real data, working as a team and connecting with scientists who can share their own journeys. We hope these experiences help students see the possibilities that are available to them.”
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