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NASA Astronaut Dr. Michael Barratt To Connect Live With Camas School District Students From International Space Station (Photo) - 05/22/24

Camas, WA – May 21, 2024 – The Camas School District is thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for our students to engage with NASA Astronaut and Camas native Dr. Michael Barratt. On May 23, 2024, at 1:40 PM, Dr. Barratt will connect live from the International Space Station (ISS) for a special, 25-minute interactive session. This event will be streamed live on YouTube, allowing everyone to join this extraordinary experience.

Dr. Barratt, a Camas High School graduate, is currently part of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 mission, marking his third mission to the ISS. His previous missions were in 2009 and 2011. Dr. Barratt's passion for space and science has roots in his early years in Camas, where he developed a love for astronomy and exploration.

During the live session, students from each school in the Camas School district will ask Dr. Barratt questions about life aboard the ISS, his scientific research, and his journey from Camas to becoming a NASA astronaut. This two-way audio and one-way video downlink will allow the audience to see Dr. Barratt in real time as he shares his experiences orbiting the Earth at over 17,000 miles per hour.

Dr. Barratt's work on the ISS includes a variety of scientific experiments, studying everything from physics and biology to the effects of space on the human body. "Every system in the body changes when it gets into zero gravity — mostly it's the body adapting to get to a place where it wants to be when there's no gravity," Dr. Barratt explained. 

Superintendent John Anzalone expressed his excitement about the event, saying, "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our students and community to interact with a real-life astronaut who walked the same halls as many of our current students. We are incredibly proud of Dr. Barratt and grateful for his willingness to inspire the next generation of explorers and scientists."

We invite everyone to join this live event on our Public Events page: bit.ly/camaslive. Let's come together to celebrate science, exploration, and the incredible achievements of one of our own.

Event Details:

  • Date: May 23, 2024
  • Time: 1:10 PM (Time has changed from original 1:40 PM)
  • Where: Live at bit.ly/camaslive


About Camas School District

Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where each student experiences belonging and high-quality instruction. Our vision is for students to love to discover, learn, and grow in our community, engaging with curiosity and confidence for their futures.

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Background Information on Dr. Michael Barratt
 

Camas High School Graduate (1977)

Three Missions to the ISS: 2009, 2011, and 2024

Current Role: Part of SpaceX Crew-8 mission on the ISS

Research Focus: Physics, Biology, and the Effects of Space on the Human Body

https://www.nasa.gov/people/michael-reed-barratt/

Join us for this exciting event and be part of a momentous occasion as we connect with space from our classrooms here in Camas.

Attached Media Files: NASA Astronaut Dr. Michael Barratt,

NASA Astronaut Dr. Michael Barratt To Connect Live With Camas School District Students From International Space Station (Photo) - 05/22/24

Camas, WA – May 21, 2024 – The Camas School District is thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for our students to engage with NASA Astronaut and Camas native Dr. Michael Barratt. On May 23, 2024, at 1:40 PM, Dr. Barratt will connect live from the International Space Station (ISS) for a special, 25-minute interactive session. This event will be streamed live on YouTube, allowing everyone to join this extraordinary experience.

Dr. Barratt, a Camas High School graduate, is currently part of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 mission, marking his third mission to the ISS. His previous missions were in 2009 and 2011. Dr. Barratt's passion for space and science has roots in his early years in Camas, where he developed a love for astronomy and exploration.

During the live session, students from each school in the Camas School district will ask Dr. Barratt questions about life aboard the ISS, his scientific research, and his journey from Camas to becoming a NASA astronaut. This two-way audio and one-way video downlink will allow the audience to see Dr. Barratt in real time as he shares his experiences orbiting the Earth at over 17,000 miles per hour.

Dr. Barratt's work on the ISS includes a variety of scientific experiments, studying everything from physics and biology to the effects of space on the human body. "Every system in the body changes when it gets into zero gravity — mostly it's the body adapting to get to a place where it wants to be when there's no gravity," Dr. Barratt explained. 

Superintendent John Anzalone expressed his excitement about the event, saying, "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our students and community to interact with a real-life astronaut who walked the same halls as many of our current students. We are incredibly proud of Dr. Barratt and grateful for his willingness to inspire the next generation of explorers and scientists."

We invite everyone to join this live event on our Public Events page: bit.ly/camaslive. Let's come together to celebrate science, exploration, and the incredible achievements of one of our own.

Event Details:

  • Date: May 23, 2024
  • Time: 1:10 PM (Time has changed from original 1:40 PM)
  • Where: Live at bit.ly/camaslive


About Camas School District

Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where each student experiences belonging and high-quality instruction. Our vision is for students to love to discover, learn, and grow in our community, engaging with curiosity and confidence for their futures.

---
Background Information on Dr. Michael Barratt
 

Camas High School Graduate (1977)

Three Missions to the ISS: 2009, 2011, and 2024

Current Role: Part of SpaceX Crew-8 mission on the ISS

Research Focus: Physics, Biology, and the Effects of Space on the Human Body

https://www.nasa.gov/people/michael-reed-barratt/

Join us for this exciting event and be part of a momentous occasion as we connect with space from our classrooms here in Camas.

Attached Media Files: NASA Astronaut Dr. Michael Barratt,