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Global Limitless educator Program
Limitless Educator
Selected Educators
We are thrilled to announce the schools of the 20 outstanding educators chosen for this year’s Limitless Global Educator Program. This unique initiative brings together 10 exceptional educators from Brazil and 10 from Nigeria. Participants will embark on a year-long STEM professional development experience through the lens of space exploration. Thank you to our partners for their support and to all the educators who applied. Your dedication to education is inspiring!
Diego Rodrigues Gonçalves
Escola Municipal Integração
Vinhedo, Sao Paulo
Erica Sheffel
Escola Estadual Municipalizada Polivalente Anísio Teixeira
Macaé, Rio de Janiero
Fábio Fialho Meneghesso
Centro de Línguas, Inovação e Criatividade – Clic
Balo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
Francisco Augusto da Silva Neto
Instituto Federal
Catu, Bahia
Francisco Sousa
Instituto Federal
Apodi, Rio Grande do Norte
Laura Braun Cano
Escola Municipal Cecilia Meireles and Escola Municipal Carlos Drummond de Andrade
Chapadão do Sul, Mato Grosso do Sul
Lucas Picanço
Escola Estadual Senador João Bosco
Parintins, Amazonas
Renato Targino
Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia
Fortaleza, Ceará
Sandra Maria Nascimento
Centro de Ensino Senador Clodomir Millet
Timon, Maranhão
Vanessa Simões da Silva Oliveira
Escola Municipal Jaguariaíva
Curitiba, Paraná
Escola Estadual Senador João Bosco
Parintins, Amazonas
Centro de Ensino Senador Clodomir Millet
Timon, Maranhão
Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia
Fortaleza, Ceará
Instituto Federal
Apodi, Minas Gerais
Instituto Federal
Catu, Bahia
Escola Estadual Municipalizada Polivalente Anísio Teixeira
Macaé, Rio de Janiero
Centro de Línguas, Inovação e
Criatividade - Clic
Balo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
Escola Municipal Integração
Vinhedo, Sao Paulo
Escola Municipal Jaguariaíva
Curitiba, Paraná
Escola Municipal Cecilia Meireles and Escola Municipal Carlos Drummond de Andrade
Chapadão do Sul, Mato Grosso do Sul
Blessing Akila
ECWA Secondary School
Makurdi, Benue
Joshua James
Greenpath Preparatory School
Gaduwa District, Abuja
Kayode Adewale
Odu’a Comprehensive High School
Imoru-Ijebu, Ogun
Maranatha Haa
Federal Government College
Zaria Road, Jos, Plateau
Ngobiri Abraham
Federal Government College
Enugu, Enugu
Olayinka Adeosun
Ilupeju Junior Grammar School
Ilupeju, Lagos
Oluwabanke Adewusi
Itire Community Senior Secondary School
Itire, Mushin, Lagos
Rashidat Ademosu
Eva Adelaja Girls’ Junior Secondary School
Bariga, Lagos
Soji Megbowon
Ifesowapo-Aboru Senior Secondary School
Ifesowapo-Aboru, Lagos
Wahab Abubakar
Sango Senior Secondary School
Ilorin, Kwara
Ifesowapo-Aboru
Senior Secondary School
Ifesowapo-Aboru, Lagos
Ilupeju Junior Grammar School
Ilupeju, Lagos
Itire Community
Senior Secondary School
Itire, Mushin, Lagos
Eva Adelaja Girls'
Junior Secondary School
Bariga, Lagos
Odu'a Comprehensive High School
Imoru-Ijebu, Ogun
Federal Government College
Enugu, Enugu
Sango Senior Secondary School
Ilorin, Kwara
Greenpath Preparatory School
Gaduwa District, Abuja
Federal Government College
Zaria Road, Jos, Plateau
ECWA Secondary School
Makurdi, Benue
The Limitless Space Institute and IHS Towers are honored to present the Limitless Global Educator Program for educators in Brazil and Nigeria.
Every individual, regardless of where they are in the world, has gazed up at the night sky, a canvas that sparks wonder and ignites curiosity. At the Limitless Space Institute, we recognize the universal allure of the cosmos and its potential as a powerful educational tool. Our primary mission is to equip educators globally with the resources and experiences they need to teach scientific phenomena through the captivating lens of space exploration. By empowering educators with this knowledge and passion, we aim to create a ripple effect, inspiring them to ignite the same sense of wonder in their students.
Navigating through the vast expanse of the universe, we all share a common vessel: Earth. In this age of unprecedented technological advancement, the cosmos is no longer a distant dream but a tangible frontier, accessible and waiting to be explored. Yet, space exploration is not the pursuit of a single nation or entity; it is a collective endeavor that binds humanity together in shared curiosity and ambition. The Global Limitless Educator Program is designed with this ethos at its core. We aim to inspire future generations of explorers from every corner of our planet, cultivating a global workforce that understands the importance of peaceful and collaborative exploration. For in the vastness of space, our unity and shared purpose will be the beacon that guides us, ensuring that the journey ahead benefits all of humanity.
Join us on this global journey as we redefine the boundaries of space education and exploration.
Program
Highlights
Dive deep into a yearlong Space Education Curriculum that crosses the curriculum to demonstrate the real-world application of math, reading, writing, and more while discovering ways to integrate this knowledge into your classroom.
Every month, engage in a 1.5-hour virtual session packed with hands-on activities tailored for the classroom, ensuring practical application through the lens of space education.
Benefit from monthly 1-hour virtual presentations by subject matter experts, offering a deep dive into the latest in space research and technology.
Receive a computer device and a STEM kit filled with materials to seamlessly integrate activities into your classroom.
Show your pride in being a part of this global initiative with a Limitless Space Institute jacket, shirt, and other branded items.
Experience the LSI touch in your home country with our team visiting for hands-on training sessions.
Enjoy an all-expenses-paid week in Houston, Texas, where you will have behind-the-scenes tours of leading space industry organizations, collaborate with additional Limitless Educators from around the world, and receive
specialized teacher training.
Educators will network with other Limitless Educators from around the world during various virtual events, share best practices with other educators, work together on lesson development in Houston, and share cultures.
Whether it is the training in Houston or any other part of the program, all your travel expenses are covered.
On successful completion of the year-long program, educators will be elevated to the esteemed position of Limitless Ambassadors.
Enhance your teaching credentials with professional development training hours, a testament to your dedication and expertise.
Participant
Guidelines
Applicants must be a primary or secondary STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) educator within Brazil or Nigeria.
Participants must be able to speak fluent English.
Participants are required to dedicate themselves to a year-
long participation in the program.
Dedicate approximately four (4) hours each month to engage with the curriculum, ensuring a deep understanding and practical application of the content. Throughout the year-long program, participants will be continuously working on a project that will be presented at the final in-person event.
Attend monthly virtual sessions to review the curriculum, share insights, and learn hands-on activities tailored for classroom implementation.
Participate in monthly virtual presentations by subject matter experts,
offering a comprehensive understanding of the latest in space research and technology.
Complete post-virtual and post-in-person evaluations to provide feedback and ensure continuous improvement of the program.
Throughout the course, participants will integrate their understanding of space exploration content from each module into a final project that they will present to the group and a panel of space industry experts.
Commit to traveling to the United States in July of 2024 for an immersive experience, including behind-the-scenes tours and specialized teacher training.*
*The July training for Brazilian educators may be extended later in the year based on the participants’ school schedules.
If accepted onto the program, participants must be able to obtain a passport and a VISA for travel to the United States.
If accepted onto the program, participants will attend a multi-day training session held in the capital of the host country. The exact dates will be coordinated based on school schedules and the travel costs will be covered.
Active participation in all virtual events is mandatory to ensure consistent engagement and learning throughout the program.
FAQ
- If I’m not living and working in Brazil or Nigeria, but I’m originally from those countries, can I
apply?- No. Only educators who are currently living and working in Brazil or Nigeria may apply.
- Do I need to be a citizen of Brazil or Nigeria to apply for the program?
- No, citizenship is not a requirement. However, you must be residing and actively
working as an educator in either Brazil or Nigeria to be eligible to apply.
- No, citizenship is not a requirement. However, you must be residing and actively
If I miss a virtual classroom meeting or guest speaker session during the program, will I be penalized?
Full participation is required in this program. We understand that educators may have multiple obligations and a family life outside of work. Each session will be recorded and available to the group after the video conferences take place. Educators must still complete the required tasks and reflection forms after watching the videos. If they do not complete the reflections within two weeks (14 days), they will be notified that it is a requirement of the program. Three warnings will be issued if tasks are not completed. The 4 th occurrence will result in disqualification from the program.
Will I have to implement space related lessons into my classroom?
Yes. We would like to see the impact of the lessons not only on the educator, but on the students as well. We ask that at a minimum, two lessons related to this course are implemented throughout the program and that the impact data from
the implementation be shared with the group.
Do I have to complete a final project for this program?
Yes. There will be multiple options for the participants to choose from for the final project. Projects must include content from each month’s learning module and there will be support checkpoints along the way to ensure the educators are making adequate progress. These projects will be presented at the conclusion of the program to a panel of space industry experts and representatives from IHS Towers.
Will I need an electronic device to participate in the program?
Yes. Accepted applicants will receive a tablet courtesy of IHS Towers.
How do I submit my video, slides and administration support letter?
These items can be uploaded as attachments at the bottom of the online application. If you need assistance, please email the Director of Education, Kaci Heins. Kaci@limitlessspace.org
If I cannot commit to a full year in 2024, should I apply?
No. Participants must commit to a full year of active engagement from January to December of 2024.
- If I do not read and speak English fluently, should I apply?
- This course will be conducted exclusively in English. Strong proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills in the English language is essential to fully comprehend the content and acquire new vocabulary. Applicants must be fluent in both written and spoken English.
Do I need a passport to apply for the program?
No, but you will need to be able to acquire one if you are selected to be a part of the program.
Do I need to apply for a travel VISA to apply to the program?
No. However, if you are selected for the program, you will need to apply for a travel VISA at the embassy. The Limitless Space Institute will provide a letter of support stating that you are a part of this program. It is not guaranteed that it will expedite the process or that you will be approved, but we will provide as much support as we can to assist with this process.
If I am accepted into the program, do I have to pay the travel VISA processing fees?
No. However, LSI will only help support the cost of ONE travel visa application. All of the paperwork and requirements MUST be completed very carefully as fees are non-refundable if there are mistakes. If a travel visa request must be submitted a second time, that is a cost that the participant must pay.
- Are the dates for the US and host country trip finalized?
- No. We will work with the accepted applicants to find dates that work with their
school calendars to travel. All travel costs abroad and within their respective
country will be covered.
- No. We will work with the accepted applicants to find dates that work with their
For immediate questions please email the Director of Education, Kaci Heins. Kaci@limitlessspace.org
Thank you
to our program sponsors
About IHS Towers:
IHS Towers is one of the largest independent owners, operators and developers of shared communications infrastructure in the world by tower count and is one of the largest independent multinational towercos solely focused on emerging markets. The Company has nearly
40,000 towers across its 11 markets, including Brazil, Cameroon, Colombia, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Kuwait, Nigeria, Peru, Rwanda, South Africa and Zambia. For more information, please email:
Thank you to our program partners!
