Who We Are
The Vidya Niketan Education Trust in association with the Narayan Bhargava Group under its CSR initiative, has established the Dr. Kalpana Chawla Space Academy (KCSA). The alliance aims to develop world-class scientists through a space science-centred curriculum and to create a long-term career path for students through strategic partnerships.
Our Program
Nation building and Transformation mission
For the development of the space sector, India currently possesses a rare confluence of STEM talent, cost-competitive technology development, and space missions supported by a supportive regulatory environment. The Kalpana Chawla Space Academy (KCSA) aims to develop top-notch space scientists as part of its nation building mission, ignite children’s interest in space exploration and cultivate the scientific temper required to serve the Indian space industry.
Preamble of the Kalpana Chawla Space Academy
We, at the Kalpana Chawla Space Academy (KCSA), dedicate ourselves to support advancing the frontiers of space education. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of innovators, scientists, researchers and engineers by providing innovative education with hands-on experience in science, space science and technology. We honour the unique and inspiring legacy of Indian origin astronaut Dr. Kalpana Chawla by fostering curiosity, creativity, and a passion for discovery in our students. Through individual and collaborative projects, and rigorous academic programs, we aim to inspire and prepare individuals to contribute to humanity's quest for knowledge. Our commitment is to create a vibrant learning environment that encourages excellence and leadership in the science, technology and space sector. We strive to build a community of explorers who will drive the future of space exploration and make impactful contributions to our understanding of the universe. We would nurture young minds with seeds of thoughts for vivid multifaceted employability centric skill development in STEAM and space sciences along with allied fields. Together, we embark on this journey to push the boundaries of what is possible and turn visions of space into reality. Human resource developed would help to advance space exploration through innovative programs and devoted to excellence in shaping the future of space science and technology. Our effort is to develop visionary leaders who will drive national space programs and exploration in the space in general.
Program
The pedagogy chosen places little emphasis on classroom instruction and more emphasis on activity-based experiential learning that is centred around experiential learning focused on practical training, fieldwork, and projects for the application of concepts learnt while refining their skills through internships, seminars, quizzes, role plays, and more. We would cover a variety of topics, including fundamental scientific and mathematical concepts, astronomy, rocketry, robotics, STEM, environmental science, and biodiversity in addition to the Sanskrit language.
Contact Us
Address:
Adv. Bapusaheb Bhonde High School
S No 54, H No 3, C S No 202/1A Bhangarwadi,
Lonavla, Maharashtra 410401, India