Educational Programs

During our active period (2015-2017), HAB.education developed hands-on educational programs that brought high altitude balloon science directly to students. Our work focused on creating meaningful partnerships with local schools and organizations to make atmospheric science accessible and engaging.

After-School Program with Loyola Academy & Gateway YMCA

We partnered with Loyola Academyand Gateway Region YMCA to create an after-school program where students learned to assemble and code temperature and humidity sensor payloads for high altitude balloons.

Program Components

Hardware Assembly: Students learned to solder and assemble sensor circuits
Programming: Coded Arduino microcontrollers to read temperature and humidity data
Data Logging: Implemented SD card data storage for flight recording
Payload Integration: Designed protective housings for high-altitude conditions
Launch Preparation: Participated in pre-flight testing and safety protocols

Educational Impact

Hands-on experience with electronics and programming
Real-world application of atmospheric science concepts
Collaborative problem-solving and teamwork
Connection between classroom learning and actual research
Exposure to engineering design processes

International Collaboration

August 17, 2017: We had the opportunity to assist the ASTRAX team with their 2017 American high altitude balloon launch, working alongside 3 high school students from Japan. This international collaboration demonstrated the global reach of amateur balloon science and the power of cross-cultural educational partnerships.

Collaboration Highlights

International student exchange and cultural learning
Shared technical knowledge and launch procedures
Cross-cultural problem-solving approaches
Global perspective on atmospheric research
Building international networks in amateur science

Launch Details

Location: Trabuco Canyon, California
Participants: ASTRAX team, 3 Japanese high school students, HAB.education team
Mission: Educational high altitude balloon launch
Photos: View launch photos

Program Legacy

Community Impact

Our programs demonstrated how hands-on science education could engage students who might not otherwise connect with atmospheric science

Partnership Model

The collaboration between schools, community organizations, and amateur scientists created a sustainable approach to STEAM education

Student Outcomes

Participants gained practical skills in electronics, programming, and scientific methodology while contributing to real research

International Reach

The ASTRAX collaboration showed how amateur science communities could connect globally to advance education and research