Zachary students exposed to the wonders of space with STARLAB

Ursa Major, Orion and Aquarius will all be on display in the Copper Mill cafetorium next week. Students in Zachary are being exposed to the exciting world of astronomy as a result of a generous donation from the Zachary Rotary Club. The organization chose the purchase of a STARLAB portable planetarium as their Rotary Centennial Service Project a few years ago. Since that time, students, teachers and parents in Zachary have had access to this unique tool for bringing astronomy to life.

A community of stargazers has been born. Family Science nights have been held as a fundraiser to offset teacher training costs and allow a STARLAB expert to teach the students. During that time thousands of Pre-K through 5th grade students have been dazzled and awed by the exciting classes they have participated in using this exemplary educational tool. Fifth grade classes at Copper Mill Elementary will be cycling through the STARLAB during the week of February 25. For more information, contact Adonica Duggan.