Estes Educator Program

For years educators have used model rockets in their classrooms to teach a number of different subjects. Some of the subjects that model rockets are introduced to are science, technology, math, social studies and language arts. With so many educators utilizing these great resources Estes has decided to build a portion of their website for additional information to teachers and students.

The Estes Educator part of the Estes website offers a variety of teaching tools related to model rockets. With the Estes program being used in 30,000 different elementary, middle and high schools around the nation. It is clear to see why so many teachers love the program. Worried launching model rockets may be unsafe? Model rocketry is a legally permitted activity that has maintained a higher proportional safety record than Little League Baseball, roller skating, bicycle riding, swimming and high school football. The material from the bulk rocket motors is not classified as a hazardous material by the FDA and the Department of Transportation has ruled rocket motors are not fireworks.

The Estes Educator website is so helpful a teacher can go to the site, choose their grade, choose their subject, and find proper curriculum to fit their classroom. Are you a teacher that would like to continue to get updated news about the Estes Educator program? Sign up for the Educator newsletter and receive up to date articles related to everything model rocketry.

Estes has compiled a large amount of useful rocket information for educators of all fields and grades to utilize. The information is free on the website and even has information on how to find funding for a rocket program in your school. Once the children see their model rocket engines ignite, and a smile grow on their face. You will know model rocketry was a great idea.