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Table of Contents

Chapter: 1 Introduction to World Space Week

About WSW 04 Objective of WSW 04 About World Space Week Association (WSWA) 04 National Coordinators 04 WSW Theme 05

Chapter: 2 World Space Week Activities in Pakistan How is WSW celebrated in Pakistan? 07 Review of WSW celebrations in Pakistan 08 Achievements 11 National Coordinator for WSW in Pakistan 11 What benefits do entities get from organizing WSW events? 11 How to plan WSW event/activity? 12

Stages for conducting the event/activity 12 Phase 1: Pre event planning 12 Phase 2: Execution 12 Phase 3: Post event review/ evaluation 12

Timeline for conducting the event/Activity 13 Chapter: 3 Collaboration with SUPARCO to jointly organize WSW

Collaboration for complete event or activity 15 Responsibilities of collaborating institute 16 Responsibilities of SUPARCO 16 List of collaborating institutes in the past 17

Chapter: 4 Rules for Competitions related to WSW Quiz 19 Declamation 20 Model Making 21 Poster Making 22 Water Rocket 23 Aero Modeling 25 E Poster Designing 25

Chapter: 5 Letter Formats/ Forms related to WSW Event Information Form 27 Invitation to school(s) for participation in WSW competition(s) 29 Registration forms 30 Invitation for judging a competition 35 Letter of thanks to co-organizers and supporting institutes 36

Chapter: 6 Important Contacts for WSW 39 Chapter: 7 WSW related websites 41 Chapter: 8 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 44

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Chapter: 1

• Introduction to World

Space Week

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Introduction to World Space Week

About WSW World Space Week (WSW) is an international celebration of space science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition. The United Nations General Assembly declared in 1999 that World Space Week will be held each year from October 4-10. These dates commemorate two events: October 4, 1957: Launch of the first human-made Earth satellite, Sputnik 1, thus opening the way for space exploration October 10, 1967: The signing of the Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Peaceful Uses of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies. WSW is open to all. Government agencies, industry, non-profit organizations, teachers and individuals can organize events to celebrate World Space Week. Objectives of WSW World Space Week celebration aims to achieve the following objectives.

Educate people around the world about the benefits that they receive from space

Encourage greater use of space for sustainable economic development

Demonstrate public support for space programs

Excite young people about science

Foster international cooperation in space outreach and education

About World Space Week Association (WSWA) World Space Week Association (WSWA) which coordinates the word-wide celebration of this week on behalf of the United Nations was founded in 1981. WSWA recruits and supports a worldwide network of National Coordinators and event organizers. This non-government, non-profit, international organization is based in the United States. National Coordinators The WSWA leads a global team of National Coordinators, who organize events within their own country. A global network of organizations and individuals coordinates this annual event at the national and local levels. These coordinators invite organizations to hold events, publicize the resulting World Space Week celebration through the media, and report on the results.

• The celebration of World Space Week is under the guidance of the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) and the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs (OOSA) based in Vienna, Austria

United Nations

• The World Space Week Association (WSWA), was founded in 1981

• It is Partner of the United Nations in the global coordination of World Space Week

• It recruits and supports a worldwide network of National Coordinators and event organizers

• It is a non-government, nonprofit, international organization based in the United States

World Space Week Association (WSWA)

• It is a global network of organizations and individuals to coordinate WSW at the national and local levels

• These coordinators invite organizations to hold events, publicize the resulting World Space Week Celebration through the media, and report on the results

National Coordinators

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WSW Theme WSW theme is selected by the World Space Week Association Board of Directors to highlight an aspect of space with broad appeal to humanity. Each year, the World Space Week Association, in coordination with the United Nations Office of Outer Space Affairs, selects a theme that participants are asked to incorporate into their World Space Week events, activities and promotional materials. The following are different themes of WSW that have been selected since 2000:

2015 - Discovery

2014 - Space: Guiding your way

2013 – Exploring Mars – Discovering Earth

2012-- Space for Human Safety and Security

2011 -- 50 Years of Human Spaceflight

2010 -- Mysteries of the Cosmos

2009 -- Space for Education

2008 -- Exploring the Universe

2007 -- 50 Years in Space

2006 -- Space for Saving Lives

2005 -- Discovery and Imagination

2004 -- Space for Sustainable Development

2003 -- Space: Horizon Beyond Earth

2002 -- Space and Daily Life

2001 -- Inspiration from Space

2000 -- Launching the Space Millennium

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Chapter: 2

• World Space Week Activities in Pakistan

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World Space Week Activities in Pakistan

How is WSW celebrated in Pakistan? Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO), being the National Space Agency, has been organizing World Space Week (WSW) activities in Pakistan since 2005. SUPARCO holds a number of events throughout Pakistan, primarily, to create awareness amongst students, decision-makers and the general public about the peaceful uses of outer-space, the benefits of space-based assets to humanity, and the progress made by Pakistan in space technology and its applications. SUPARCO organizes a number of activities during WSW. The following is the list of activities that SUPARCO has held:

Note: Please note that the activities listed above are mentioned for reference only. Any creative ideas, which will motivate students about space, science and technology, can be implemented. However, all the activities should be related to WSW and should be organized during WSW i.e. 4-10 Oct.

Competitions

• Quiz

• Declamation

• Model making

• Poster making

• Water rocket

• Aero Modeling

• Essay Writing

• e-Poster Designing

• Paper Plane Flying

Seminars

• Seminars

• Lectures

• Workshops

• Water rocket teachers training

• Galileo teachers training

Other activities

• Space fair & exhibtion (Kids arena, Book stall, Food stall, SUPARCO display)

• Sky observation

• Astronomy night

• Space theatre

• Sky simulation

• Space philately

• Space studio

• Sky Gazing

• Space Education bus

• Project Display

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Review of WSW celebration in Pakistan:

2005 Theme: “Discovery & Imagination

World Space Week 2005 was celebrated from 19 – 25 Nov in Pakistan. It commenced with a vibrant inauguration ceremony on 19 Nov 05, held at HEJ Research Institute of Chemistry Auditorium, University of Karachi (KU). A science caravan sponsored by SHELL Pakistan Ltd departed on the same day from Karachi to interior Sindh and sky simulation shows, and movies and lectures of space were arranged at PIA Planetarium for students and public for the entire week. About 3500-4000 students and teachers from 23 participating schools of interior Sindh benefited from this programme. A seminar on "Space Sciences & the World Challenges of 21st century" was also organized by ISPA, at the KU. A Space Week Walk was organised in Karachi on 20 Nov in which nearly 1000 people of all ages took part. Space Family Fair was also arranged from 26-27 Nov at Maritime Museum for general public. Minister for Education and Literacy, Govt. of Sindh was invited to grace the occasion and distribute prizes.

2006 Theme: “Space for Saving Lives”

An impressive inauguration ceremony, on 6

November 2006, at the Institute of Space Technology (IST) Islamabad marked

the beginning of the week. A panel discussion on "Space Technology and the Future of Pakistan” was held on the same day at IST Islamabad. Also a seminar on the theme "Space for Saving Lives" was organized on 06 Nov 2006 at IST, Islamabad. SUPARCO organized science awareness programme in the rural areas of Sindh in which lectures were given and videos were shown on space technology and its applications to students and teachers of schools. Quiz & declamation competitions were organized at SUPARCO Headquarters, Karachi. Students from various schools of Karachi participated in the competitions. On 11 Nov 06 at PAF Museum, students of various schools of Karachi presented their models and posters on the theme “Space for Saving Lives”. A two-day space family fair was organized at PAF Museum on 11&12 November 2006 as part of World Space Week celebrations.

2007 Theme: “50 years of Space”

The year 2007, being the 50th Anniversary of space exploration beginning with the launch of SPUTNIK-1 in 1957, was celebrated with special zeal. SUPARCO held WSW celebrations from 6-11 November 2007 in Pakistan. During this entire week various competitions among school students served to increase awareness of space among schools students and the general public. The inaugural ceremony was held on Tuesday 06 November 2007 at Bahria University Auditorium in Karachi. The WSW 2007 celebrations in Pakistan culminated with a two-day Space Family Fair on 10-11 November 2007 at PAF Museum in Karachi. Apart from the colorful fun activities at the fair, SUPARCO organised stalls for highlighting different applications of space technologies. Dramatics competitions, model making competitions, on-spot poster-making competitions and finals of the declamation and quiz competitions were held at the fair. Highlights of the event were space-related documentaries in Urdu, display of vehicle tracking and telemedicine units and their working and demonstration of water rockets.

2008 Theme: “Exploring the Universe”

World Space Week celebrations were held at Institute of Space Technology- Islamabad f r o m 1 0 t h t o 1 6 t h November and from 28 Oct to 4 Nov in Karachi, comprising series of events to promote knowledge and awareness about space in Pakistan. A large number of schools, colleges and universities participated enthusiastically. Institute of Space Technology (IST) arranged a two-day workshop on Space Technology and arranged lectures for three days from 10 -12 November 2008, in different schools and colleges of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. IST also organized a Space Week Walk at Rawal Lake. On 13 November 2008 a “Space Technology Symposium” was held at IST where scientists presented research papers on themes like inertial navigation system, geographic information system, satellite communications etc. Besides organizing Planet Watch at University of Karachi, SUPARCO held essay writing competition, quiz, declamation, painting, water rocket and aero modeling competitions. Astronomy nights and family fair were also organized at Islamabad and Karachi.

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2009 Theme: “Space for Education”

The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) organized a number of events and activities to celebrate World Space Week 2009 in Pakistan’s two largest cities Karachi and Lahore as well as some rural areas in the south of the country. The inaugural ceremony of World Space Week 2009, organized by SUPARCO was held on Monday, 05 October 2009 at National Center for Remote Sensing & Geo Informatics (NCRG), Karachi and at Gulshan-e-Iqbal Park, Lahore. The various activities organized during the week included: Panel discussion on the theme of WSW 2009, Sky Simulation show at PIA Planetarium Karachi, space awareness lectures for school teachers, space awareness programme for school students, quiz competition, declamation contest, model making competition and poster making competition amongst students. SUPARCO also arranged family fair and sky observation through telescope.

2010 Theme: “Mysteries of Cosmos”

SUPARCO organized a number of events and activities to celebrate World Space Week 2010 in four major cities of Pakistan; Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore and Peshawar. The event was a huge success and was widely covered by electronic and print media of Pakistan such as GEO news, SAMAA TV, Indus TV, Aaj TV, ARY news, Express news, Dunya news, CNBC Pakistan Metro One, Dawn newspaper, The News, Daily Times, Express Tribune etc. The inaugural ceremony of World Space Week 2010, was held on 04 October at the National Centre for Remote Sensing & Geo Informatics (NCRG), Karachi. In Lahore, World Space Week 2010 commenced with an inauguration ceremony on 04 Oct 2010 at Gulshan-e-Iqbal Park, Lahore. Institute of Space Technology (IST) held a series of events at its campus in Islamabad from 4 to 8 Oct 2010. A number of schools were invited to take part in these events. The World Space Week in Peshawar was celebrated at University of Engineering & Technology, Peshawar (UET) with the sponsorship SUPARCO.

2011 Theme: “50 Years of Human Spaceflight”

Established on 16 Sept 1961, SUPARCO celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2012. In this context a number of events throughout Pakistan were organized, primarily, to create awareness amongst students, decision-makers and the general public about the peaceful uses of outer-space, the benefits of space-based assets to humanity, and the progress made by Pakistan in space technology and its applications. The major focus was to enthuse students with the mysteries of the universe and man’s quest to unravel these. World Space Week 2011 was organized at Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Gilgit and Quetta simultaneously from 04 – 10 October 2011. Major events conducted during WSW 2011 programmes were: Inauguration Ceremony, Quiz Competition, Seminar on WSW 2011 theme “50 Years of Human Spaceflight”, Publication of Space Booklets, Special Supplement in Newspaper, Space Awareness Lectures for School Teachers, Mobile Education Bus, Space Theatre, Sky Simulation Shows, Sky Gazing, Telescope Distribution, Declamation Contest, Aero Modeling Competition, Poster Making and Sketching Competitions, Model Making Competition, Water Rocket Competition, Essay Writing Competition, e-Poster Designing Competition, Paper Plane Flying Competition, Space Fair and Exhibitions. Events of the WSW 2011 received broad coverage by print and electronic media.

2012 Theme: “Space for Human Safety and Security”

In 2012 SUPARCO celebrated World Space Week in 10 major cities of Pakistan: Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, Peshawar, Quetta, Gilgit, Faisalabad, Bahawalpur, Abbottabad and Hyderabad. WSW 2012 was by far the largest event ever organized in Pakistan. A number of events throughout Pakistan were organized on the WSW 2012 theme “Space for Human Safety and Security”, primarily to create awareness amongst students, decision makers and the general public about the peaceful uses of outer space, the benefits of space based assets to humanity, and the progress made by Pakistan in space technology and its applications. WSW celebrations formally commenced with exuberant inuagration ceremonies in 10 cities. Different activities were organized for students and general public which included events like Water Rocket Competition, Sky Simulation Show, Quiz Competition, Declamation Contest, Model Making and Aero Modeling Competitions, Space Awareness Seminar, Poster Competition, Astronomy Nights, Space Fair and Exhibition and many others. The first National Space Conference with the theme of “Space for Human Safety and Security “was organized during WSW from 8-9 Oct. The conference was held at University of Karachi, and was organized in collaboration with SUPARCO, Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology, Institute of Space Technology, Higher Education Commission and Pakistan Physical Society, Sindh Chapter. WSW 2012 events received excellent media courage. Around 25 TV channels, 3 radio stations and 35 newspapers all over the country covered the events and published news on WSW activities.

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2013 Theme: “Exploring Mars-Discovering Earth”

WSW 2013

This year World Space week was celebrated in 11 major cities of Pakistan which are:

Karachi, Islamabad, Lahore, Peshawar, Quetta, Gilgit, Multan, Faisalabad, Bahawalpur, Abbottabad and Hyderabad. SUPARCO

also provided support, in terms of providing educational material, banners, posters and guidance, to different schools & colleges

in small cities like Pishin, Larkana and Ghotki for celebrating WSW 2013. Around 145 activities were conducted throughout

Pakistan for the celebration of WSW 2013. Different educational institutes and space entities collaborated with SUPARCO for

organizing the World Space Week.

Different activities were organized for students and general public which included events like Water Rocket Competition, Sky

Simulation Show, Quiz Competition, Declamation Contest, Model Making and Aero Modeling Competitions, Space Awareness

Seminar, Poster Competition, Astronomy Nights, Space Fair and Exhibition and many others.

Statistics:

No of events Participation Media

Schools Universities Public Students Organizations TV Radio newspaper

143 390 41 67105 13813 65 25

2014 Theme: “Space: Guiding Your Way”

WSW 2014 World Space Week 2014 was held from 4th to 10th November in Muslim countries due to Eid-ul-Azha. SUPARCO celebrated

world Space week in 10 major cities of Pakistan: Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta, Gilgit, Faisalabad,

Bahawalpur, Abbottabad, Multan as well as in Larkana, Dadu, and Umar Kot. SUPARCO provided financial, technical and

advisory support to partner institutions in these cities, as well as educational material, banners, posters and brochures.

Participation from Academia, public sector and stakeholders during the WSW 2014 was commendable and received wide media coverage throughout the country. A large number of educational institutions collaborated with SUPARCO for joint events during WSW.

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National Coordinator for WSW in Pakistan. Secretary SUPARCO is the official National Coordinator of WSW in Pakistan. What benefits do entities get from organizing WSW events? Entities organizing WSW get the following benefits:

Become part of the largest public support for space education and awareness

Contribute to heightened global awareness of space

Gain more public and media attention through the synergy of simultaneous space events around the world

Receive WSW promotional material from SUPARCO

Enlist Organization’s logo and name on the SUPARCO’s official website

Opportunity to participate in competitions announced by World Space Week Association

Possibility of future collaboration on long term basis with SUPARCO

Get extensive media coverage

How to plan WSW event/activity? Stages for conducting the event/activity:

Organizations, universities, colleges and schools can participate in the global celebration of World Space Week by holding an event or activity during October 4-10. By doing so, one would leverage the public and media attention surrounding the largest annual public space event on Earth. Activities can be planned as mentioned below:

Phase 1: Pre event planning

Schedule space-related activities for 4-10 October timeframe. Different activities and programs can be planned for the public, decision makers, teachers and students (as mentioned on page -7)

Identify list of educational institutes/entities/schools that will be interested to participate in activities.

Send invitation letter to education entities for participation

Provide reading and preparatory material to the participating entities (like quiz booklets, declamation topics, rules of competition, details of activities etc)

Enter your event or activity details to the global calendar of WSW website at www.worldspaceweek.org

Use the World Space Week name and logo into your publicity materials

Approach media and identify promotion means for your event or activity Phase 2: Execution

During the event, take pictures, estimate attendance, and note all media coverage

Issue press release Phase 3: Post event review/ evaluation

After the event, add to your existing calendar listing a brief report, attendance, and media impressions. Submit your best pictures for the World Space Week Report to WSWA coordinator

Pre event planning

ExecutionPost event

review/ Evaluation

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Prepare a post event report and share with SUPARCO

Throughout this process, stay in contact with your national coordinator

Timeline for conducting the event/Activity

A timeline will highlight key completion dates for tasks. Adhering to the dates can help in successful and timely execution of your event.

S.No. Task Date Remarks

1. Pre event planning March- September

a. Plan activities List down all events that you want to conduct between 04-10 Oct

b. Invitation to schools/colleges/universities for participation in WSW activities

Keep in mind the vacation period while approaching schools

c. Send preparatory material to participating entities.

Should send well in time, so that students can be well prepared.

d. Approach media

e. Add event details to the WSW global calendar

Make entries of events at www.worldspaceweek.org

f. Invite TV Channels for coverage of events

Guidance can be solicited from PR Dept of SUPARCO

2. Execution 4-10 October

a. Conduct event successfully

Make sure that events/activities are organized during 4-10 Oct

b. Take pictures, estimate attendance, and note all media coverage

These details need to be entered for your event listing on WSWA website

c. Issue press release

Send fax to all newspapers. Fax numbers are generally available on their websites

3. Post event review/ evaluation 15-30 November

a. Intimate SUPARCO about the event

Contact WSW coordinators at SUPARCO. Details are available on SUPARCO website

b. Add the event details (report, attendance and media impression) on WSW website

Make entries of events at www.worldspaceweek.org

c. Submission of post event report to SUPARCO

Contact WSW coordinators at SUPARCO. Details are available on SUPARCO website

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Chapter: 3

• Collaboration with SUPARCO to jointly organize WSW

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Collaboration with SUPARCO to jointly organize WSW

Collaboration for complete event or activity Interested organizations, entities, schools, colleges and universities can collaborate with SUPARCO to organize WSW. Collaboration could be for celebration of entire WSW week (4-10 Oct) or some of the activities. The following are some as guidelines:

Submit Event Information Form through emailed or post to WSW coordinator at SUPARCO. Nominate a focal person, who will be representing your organization. Mention details of funding requirement from SUPARCO. List promotional material (like: WSW brochure, SUPARCO models, satellite imagery and items related to SUPARCO

stall) required for your activity/event. Upon acceptance of the proposal by SUPARCO a MoU will be signed between SUPARCO and your organization.

Responsibilities of collaborating institute The collaborating institute is responsible for the following actions: Plan the event Nominate focal person for their institute Decide the venue of the event/activity Send invitation to schools/colleges/universities for participation in WSW activities Coordination with schools/ media and other entity Execution of the agreed events/activities Prepare post event report Maintain budget report

Responsibilities of SUPARCO SUPARCO is responsible for the following actions:

Nominate representative of SUPARCO Provide funding on time Arrange brochures, models, satellite imagery, and any other material for SUPARCO stall Provide other support and guidance needed throughout the event

List of collaborating institutes in the past

The following institutes have collaborated in the past with SUPARCO: Institute of Space Technology (IST), Islamabad University of Engineering & Technology (UET), Peshawar Balochistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), Quetta COMSATS Institute of Space Technology, Abbottabad University of Agriculture , Faisalabad Islamia University, Bahawalpur Mehran University of Engineering & Technology (MUET), Jamshoro Karachi Astronomers Society Khwarizmi Science Society Lahore Astronomical Society Air University-Multan Campus Hasegawa Memorial Public School & College- Karimabad Hunza Cadet College Larkana Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School- Umerkot Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology Pakistan Navy Engineering College (PNEC) NED University of Engineering and Technology Air Foundation School System, DADU Campus Sarghodian Spirit Trust Public School Rashidabad, Tando Allah Yar

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Chapter: 4

• Rules for Competitions Related to WSW

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QUIZ COMPETITION & SPACE MATHEMATICA

General Instructions: A team shall comprise only 2 students from each school. Students of class 9th and 10th can participate in the competition. Maximum of 3 participants and 2 accompanying teachers from each school shall be allowed. General Rules

Questions shall be asked from the “Space Information Booklet” which has been uploaded on SUPARCO website. It has been sent by courier to Govt. Schools.

60% questions shall be asked from the “Space Information Booklet" and 40% questions shall be asked on the theme related to WSW and elementary mathematics.

Multiple Choice Questions with four options shall be asked.

Rules shall be read out before each round.

Answer should be given only after the question options have be read out.

Correct answer shall only be accepted if answered within the given time limit (before the buzzer rings).

Questions shall be asked twice.

All questions are to be answered except in the Tie Breaker.

Teams shall disqualify in the following situations:

Fails to come on the first day

Fails to abide the timings of the competition.

Fails to answer any of the questions in the 1st round

Fails to abide by the rules and challenge the judges’ decision.

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DECLAMATION

General Instructions:

Competition shall be in Urdu and English languages.

Topic of the competition for preliminary and final rounds will be based on each year’s WSW theme and will be announced on SUPARCO’s website.

Students of Class 8, 9 and 10 are eligible to participate in this competition.

One student can participate from one school for each category (English & Urdu)

Time allowed for speech shall be 5 minutes, after which first bell shall ring. Another 30 seconds shall be allowed to the speaker to wind-up the speech. After which one mark shall be deducted for every 10 seconds

Registration for participating students shall be done on first-come-first-served basis. A total of 20 students will be selected in each category (English & Urdu) after which the registration process shall be closed

Guidelines for participants

Content of the speech should be relevant to the topic of the contest.

Speak at normal volume, but clearly and distinctly.

Avoid hyperbole, verbosity and high sounding words. The tone and language should be relevant to the audience.

Speech should convey a sense of enthusiasm for the subject.

Occasionally alter the speed, volume and tone of your delivery. Speaking slower or faster and quieter or louder and being more cheerful or more serious.

Regularly sweep your eyes left-centre-right and back and front-middle-rear and back, so that you engage all members of your audience.

You should speak such that you communicate with the audience.

It is good to use your hands expressively – but do not wave your arms around.

Always take care of the allotted time and divide judicially the allotted time of five minutes to all parts of your speech.

Inappropriate, abusive or slang language, or offensive remarks against any political party/sect etc. shall be not tolerated.

Declamation contest evaluation sheet

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Content Presentation

Pronunciation

Confidence

Conduct

Mannerism

Eye contact

Language appropriate to subject and audience

Time management

Command of subject

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MODEL MAKING COMPETITION General Instructions:

A team shall be comprised of only 02 students and 01 teacher from each school.

Only two students & one coordinating teacher are allowed to present the model.

One model from each school shall be considered

Maximum Dimensions of the model are length = 3 ft., width = 3 ft., height = 4 ft.

WSW theme for the year should be incorporated in the models.

Models should be placed on the stipulated place at least 2 hrs before the event.

If space models shall be accommodated on is limited on first-come-first-served basis.

Model size limitation must be strictly followed.

In case of electricity requirement, please intimate the contact person. Model Making contest evaluation sheet

Note: The rules stated are for guideline only and are subject to amendment.

S.No. Parameters Max Marks

1. Suitability of model with theme

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2. Construction as per the given size

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3. Finishes and aesthetics

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4. Imagination

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5. Explanation

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Legend of Marks

Average 0-3

Good 4-6

Very Good 7-9

Excellent 10

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POSTER MAKING

Rules:

Drawing / painting must be on paper of A3 size (297 x 420 mm) or A2 size (420 x 594 mm).

Acceptable tools of drawing / painting include pencil, crayon, water color, oil paint, computer drawing, etc

Photographs, wires, and other 3D objects are not acceptable. The completed artwork must be on a flat piece of paper.

The drawing / painting must not include words, national flags, or slogans.

The drawing / painting must not represent any particular individual, organization, or brand name and must not depict any religious theme.

Name and age of participant as well as school’s name and address must be clearly mentioned on the back of poster in the English Language.

The given theme should be the main focus of the poster.

No text (including theme title, name, etc) should be written on the front of the poster. General Instruction:

Entry submission form should be submitted along with the poster. Form is appended below.

Each school can submit up to three posters, of which one poster would be selected by SUPARCO for competition.

A poster should be an individual effort of a child.

All posters submitted for competition shall become the property of SUPARCO.

Winning posters may be sent for international poster competition.

Note: The rules stated are provided by Asia Pacific Regional Space Agency Forum (APRSAF and are subject to change and revision by APRSAF. ). If an entity wishes to compete internationally these rules are to be followed.

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WATER ROCKET COMPETITION General Instructions: Water Rocket Teachers’ Training Workshop is conducted before competition in which all the relevant material including a CD and manual/leaflet for construction of Water Rocket is distributed. Students will design water rockets which meet specific construction and launch criteria. School students aged between 11 and 15 years are eligible to complete. Competitors should be selected based not only on their performance in launching water rockets but also their desire for acquiring knowledge and learning innovative concepts of science and space. The students shall be accompanied by academic teachers or those looking after youth activities in schools. The accompanying teachers should preferably the interested in space and science education, willing to engage in the exchange of knowledge, experience and skills with other educational institutions, and are committed to promoting space and science education activities among young people in their school. SUPARCO will provide material to make and launch water rockets. Competitors will construct their water rockets at the venue. Specified launcher and nozzle assembly will be used for the competition. Pre-made materials, rockets or launchers brought in by participants will not be allowed for the competition. Each competitor has to make two (02) rockets for the competition. Each student will receive the following Water Rocket making kit:

S. No. Item Quantity (Specifications)

1 PET bottles 04 (1.5 ltr)

2 Plasticine (Play dough) 02 Containers (250 gms)

3 Plastic sheet (Vinyl Bag) One (40x40 cm2)

4 PVC Sheet Card One (30 x 10 cm2)

5 Tape 03 Rolls

6 Scissors 01 Pair

7 Paper cutter One

8 Steel Rule One

9 Permanent Marker One

10 Pencil One

The competitors are encouraged to be creative in the design of the nose cones and fins of their water rockets. Each competitor will be given one nozzle which he / she will return to SUPARCO along with the Water Rocket making kit.

The launch aims at precision of flight of the rocket. Target will be placed with the centre 80 m from the launcher.

The rocket that lands closest to the target centre gets the best score. (See diagram below). Any rocket that lands outside a radius of 7m will be declared Out Of Range.

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At the time of launch, each competitor may adjust the volume of water, air pressure, launch angle and launch direction. There is no limit on water volume but air pressure must not exceed 75psi (5 bar). Each competitor will be given an opportunity to conduct one (1) test launch prior to the competition.

During the competition, each competitor will be given opportunity to conduct two (2) launches. Exact distance from the point of impact to the centre of target will be measured. The result of the best launch will be recorded.

There will be three (3) launchers, and the competitor will launch one (1) rocket at a time. The other 2 competitors can prepare their rockets and wait for their turn. The organizer will provide the launchers to the competitors for each of their launches. In order to reduce the possibility of error, the competitors will be assigned specific launchers. They can practice with the assigned launchers during the test launching. The competitor who achieves the highest score, i.e. closet to the center of the target after 2 launches will be declared the winner of the Launch Competition. In case of a draw, the second launch will be taken into consideration to determine the winner between the two competitors. Note: Water Rocket competition rules are provided by Asia Pacific Regional Space Agency Forum (APRSAF). If an entity wishes to compete internationally these rules are to be followed.

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AERO MODELING

General Instructions

Only one team consisting of four members is allowed from each institute.

Team should comprise students either up to O-level / Matric students or FA/FSc/A-level students.

Each team will be provided with a beginner’s level model airplane kit which they will have to assemble within allocated time period.

An introductory / training session will be held at the start of competition in which students would be given demonstration of kit assembling.

Limited entries are available for Aero Modeling Competition; teams will be registered on first-come-first served basis.

MULTIROTOR AERIAL ROBOTICS CONTEST (MARC)

General Instructions

Multirotor Aerial Robotics Contest is the first national competition of VTOL (Vertical take-off and landing) based aerial vehicles.

This contest is a part of World Space week to be organized by Pakistan’s national space agency Space and Upper Atmospheric

Research Commission.

This contest is planned to promote research in aerial robotics and related fields in Pakistan. We from SUPARCO welcome you

all to participate in first Multirotor Aerial Robotics Contest.

The theme of MARC is to design Multirotor based aerial vehicle with vertical takeoff and landing. Any Multirotor configuration

(quad, hexa, octa, etc) will be displayed and fly by user, according to pre-defined plan.

Contest Area:

Contest arena is an open ground (PAF museum or SUPARCO HQs)

The take-off and landing pad will be wooden(lasani)

Landing pad area is 2000x2000 cm.sq

Maximum altitude allowed 30m

Maximum area for flight is 50x60 m.sq

Tasks:

1. Round1 (System pre-check):

a) System dimensions will be verified according to the dimension rules specified

b) Safety checks to ensure safe flight operation (batteries, mechanical)

c) System description by team members

2. Round2 (System flight):

Short flight by user to check following actions,

a) Roll

b) Pitch

c) Yaw

d) Throttle

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e) Take-off

f) Land

3. Round3 (Pre defined flight):

a) User have to fly system at height 20m according to following plan,

4. Round4 (Endurance test):

a) Power backup of system will be checked while flying at height of 30m

System Rules:

1. Maximum size of system should not exceed 120x120cm.sq (without propellers )

2. All safety measures will be considered before flight by judges

3. Without landing gear systems will not be allowed to fly (landing should be on pad).

4. The payload (camera) should be detachable if any.

Disqualification:

The following behavior shall be considered for disqualification by the referee and the team could possibly be disqualified:

1. Attempting to damage the field

2. Unstable system design

3. Performing any act that fails to comply with the spirit of fair play

Takeoff and landing

pad

30m

50m

30m

50m

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Teams:

1. Maximum team members:6

2. Students from different universities can form a team, as well as one outsider (hobbyist) can be included in the team.

Right of Judges:

1. In all matters of interpreting the rules before and during the contest and in any issue not covered by these rules, the

decision of the contest judging committee will be final

2. The contest judges may stop any UAV at any time if they feel that it is performing, or is about to perform any action that

is dangerous or hazardous to people or equipment.

SPACE IN QURAN- QIRAAT COMPETITION

General Instructions

1. All participants will be tested on the basis of Tarteel/Tajweed rules. 2. Only space related Quranic verses uploaded on SUPARCO website will be recited. 3. The pace of recitation must neither be fast nor slow, but moderate. 4. Competitors must bear in mind that they are not competing for worldly benefits but only for the pleasure of Allah. 5. For additional help, it is always good to practice with a good recite or Qari.

6. While reciting, one must raise his/her voice and read confidentally/clearly. Marking Criteria

Marking criteria is based on the following Abwab-e-Tarteel:

Makhraj

Waqoof

Ishba

Shaddomad

Jehr-o-Khafi

Haq-Qe-Ayat

Taseer-e-Tilawat

Confidence

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SPACE PERFORMING ARTS- SPACE THEATRE COMPETITION

General Instructions

1) The theme of WSW has to be incorporated in the performance.

2) The qualifying institutions will be informed via telephone call/ e-mail about their selection in Round 1 and will be asked

to prepare their performance for perusal by respective Event Organizers.

3) For Round 1: All institutions will be informed to prepare their teams for audition at their own institution, the Event

Organizers will visit each of the ten institutions and judge the performances and compile a result sheet.

4) Five teams will qualify for Round 2 and will be notified via telephone call/ email.

5) The time duration for the final performance is max. 15 min. failing to conform by the time limit will result in deduction of

score.

6) All relevant props, costumes, etc. are to be brought by the participating teams.

7) The final round will take place in Space Fair.

8) Selected five teams will perform in Round 2 and best 3 will be awarded the 1st, 2nd and 3rd positions. Rest of the teams will be acknowledged.

9) No performance/script must be aimed at defaming any religion/sect/personality nor be there any form of

obscenity/vulgarity. The decorum of the event should be followed at all times in true spirit.

Evaluation Criteria:

Evaluation criteria are provided; ten marks are allocated for each criterion:

Idea/ Story/ Relevance

Voice Expressions Use of Stage Overall

Performance Impact Total

__/10 __/10 __/10 __/10 __/10 __/10 __/60

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UNIVERSITY PROJECT COMPETITION

General Instructions

1. 03 x teams/projects per University be allowed with 01 x coordinator/rep of University.

2. Each team comprises of 4 members.

3. Projects from below following fields to be considered for the competition:

a. Electrical Engineering.

b. Electronics Engineering.

c. Mechatronics/Robotics Engineering.

d. Computer Engineering.

4. University Project Display will be held at the venue of Space Fair.

5. Stall size for each university is 12ft x 12 ft.

6. Each university can show max 3 projects at one stall for judgment.

7. Decision of judges will be held final and cannot be challenged.

8. Proposed nomination for internal judges from SUPARCO Karachi Station.

SPACE TECHNOLOGY LECTURE

General Instructions

For Schools:

Lectures on GNSS and its Applications are conducted for School students and teachers.

Each School can send max 3 students and one teacher for this event.

Only participating students are allowed to enter.

Rules for Painting competition

A painting competition will be held after the lectures on the topic given by the activity in charge.

The group of students from each school will be given exactly one hour for this activity, after which the judges will decide

the winning school.

Crayons, color pencils, stationary and A3 sheet will be provided. The students are not allowed to bring their own

stationary.

One group can only submit one painting.

School staff may help/critique but may not participate in the competition.

The organization reserves the right to disqualify incomplete, altered or ineligible entries.

For Universities:

Lectures on GNSS and its Applications are conducted for School students and teachers.

Each university can send max 3 students and one teacher for this event.

Documentary competition video must be burned on CD/DVD

Only participating students are allowed enter.

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Rules for Making Documentary

A 5-10 min documentary/ short film on the title given by the activity in charge may be submitted by an individual or a

group of no more than 3 students to participate in this competition.

One group can only submit one documentary, but one university may have more than one groups.

End credits do not count towards the time limit and all credits and sources may also be provided separately.

Each documentary should start with a 3 sec blank screen and end with a 5 sec by-line: “A documentary for World

Space Week (SUPARCO)”

Limited use of copyright material will be permitted as long as it is ‘fair’ and ‘legal’ and does not overwhelm the

participant’s contribution.

School staff may help/critique but may not participate in the competition.

The documentary can be copied on a CD/DVD and sent to us via post.

The winning team will receive a cash prize.

The organization reserves the right to disqualify incomplete, altered or ineligible entries

E-POSTER DESIGNING COMPETITION

The theme of WSW has to be incorporated in the posters.

MS Paint, Adobe Photoshop and Corel Draw software will be provided to the students.

Standard images will be provided.

No Internet input to computer facility will be provided.

Time allowed will be 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Only one participant is allowed to participate from each institution.

Note: The rules stated are for guideline only and are subject to amendment.

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Chapter: 5

• Letter Formats/ Forms related to WSW

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EVENT INFORMATION FORM

All questions must be answered. Please allow us a minimum of four weeks for your event application form to be processed. a. b. Organization Name ___________________________________________________________ Contact Person Name _________________________________________________________ Designation _________________________________________________________________ Postal Address ______________________________________________________________ Telephone _____________________________ Facsimile ____________________________ Email _____________________________ Mobile ___________________________________ SECTIO N 2 Name of the event ___________________________________________________________ Proposed date(s) (dd/mm/yy) _________________________________________________ Proposed event location ______________________________________________________ Briefly describe the event _______________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ List down the activities that will be conducted at the event ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________

______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________

SECTION 1: Contact details of the organization

SECTION 2: Event Information

SECTION 3: Event Overview

Additional Information

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Proposed start time _________ AM / PM Proposed conclusion time ___________AM / PM Who will attend your event? ____________________________________________________ Estimated number of participants _______________________________________________ Estimated number of spectators _______________________________________________ Entry to the event? Has this event been held before? Yes Is there any additional information regarding your event that you would like to share? ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Briefly describe your event’s relevance with World Space Week. ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Postal address: Name: Syed Tahir Hussain Naqvi Address: SUPARCO HQs, SUPARCO Road, P O Box 8402, Karachi 75270 Phone: 021-34654434. Cell: 0323-3991294 (Ext 2271) Email address: sh.ea@suparco.gov.pk

Budget Requirement (if any)

Post or email your filled form on the details below:

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INVITATION TO SCHOOL(S) FOR PARTICIPATION IN WSW COMPETITION(S)

To: The Principal Sub: Participation in World Space Week 2015 Dear Sir/Madam,

1. World Space Week (WSW), as declared by the United Nations General Assembly, is held every year during Oct 4-10, in more than 100 countries all over the world to celebrate the contributions of space science and technology to the betterment of the human condition.

2. SUPARCO being the National Space Agency of Pakistan has been celebrating this week for the last 10 years. This year the theme for the World Space Week is “Discovery”. 3. During the week, SUPARCO intends to organize a number of events for school students, which include:

i. Space in Quran (QIRAAT competition) ii. Quiz Competition iii. Declamation Contest iv. Model Making Competition v. Water Rocket Competition vi. Space performing arts “Space Theatre” (Competition) vii. Space Technology lecture for school students and teachers

4. You are invited to participate in these events. 5. You may register online through our official website: www.suparco.gov.pk/webroot/pages/wsw-k-home.asp

6. Last date for registration for competition and space technology lecture is (date).

7. For any further query, please do not hesitate to contact us.

8. Looking forward to your participation.

With Best Regards

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REGISTRATION FORM - WORLD SPACE WEEK-2015

QUIZ COMPETITION

PLEASE FILL COMPLETE FORM IN CAPITAL LETTERS

1. NAME, POSTAL ADDRESS, CONTACT AND FAX NUMBERS OF SCHOOL

2. NAME, CONTACT NUMBER, CNIC NUMBER OF ACCOMPANYING TEACHER

3. NAME, CONTACT NUMBER AND ADDRESS OF PARTICIPATING STUDENTS (MAX. TWO STUDENTS) 4.

5. NAME AND CONTACT NUMBER OF FATHER/GUARDIAN OF STUDENT

______________________________________________________

NAME, SIGNATURE & OFFICIAL STAMP OF PRINCIPAL

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

TEAM # _________________ REMARKS: _______________________________ 1ST DAY EVENT _________________ ___________________________________________ QUALIFIED FOR FINAL _________ REPRESENTATIVE NAME: _________________

S. No

Name & Contact Age Class

1.

2

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DECLAMATION COMPETITION

PLEASE FILL COMPLETE FORM IN CAPITAL LETTERS

1. NAME, POSTAL ADDRESS, CONTACT AND FAX NUMBERS OF SCHOOL

2. NAME, CONTACT NUMBER, CNIC NUMBER OF ACCOMPANYING TEACHER:

___________________________________________________________________________ 3. NAME, CONTACT NUMBER AND ADDRESS OF PARTICIPATING STUDENT (please nominate only one student for each category)

S. No

Name & Contact Age Class Language of Speech

1.

2

______________________________________________________

NAME, SIGNATURE & OFFICIAL STAMP OF PRINCIPAL

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

TEAM # _________________ REMARKS: _______________________________ 1ST DAY EVENT _________________ ___________________________________________ QUALIFIED FOR FINAL _________ REPRESENTATIVE NAME: _________________

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MODEL MAKING COMPETITION

PLEASE FILL COMPLETE FORM IN CAPITAL LETTERS

NAME, POSTAL ADDRESS, CONTACT AND FAX NUMBERS OF SCHOOL

NAME, CONTACT NUMBER, CNIC NUMBER OF ACCOMPANYING TEACHER

NAME, CONTACT NUMBER AND ADDRESS OF PARTICIPATING STUDENT (Team Member Max two students

s.no Name & Contact Age Class

1.

2

NAME AND CONTACT NUMBER OF FATHER/GUARDIAN OF STUDENT

______________________________________________________

NAME, SIGNATURE & OFFICIAL STAMP OF PRINCIPAL

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

TEAM # _________________ REMARKS: _______________________________ 1ST DAY EVENT _________________ ___________________________________________ QUALIFIED FOR FINAL _________ REPRESENTATIVE NAME: _________________

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WATER ROCKET TEACHERS TRAINING WORKSHOP

PLEASE FILL COMPLETE FORM IN CAPITAL LETTERS

Name of Principal / Head of the School: ________________________________________

Name of school: _____________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________

Name(s) of nominated Teacher(s) along with mobile & CNIC Numbers:

(1) ____________________, _____________________, __________________

(2) ____________________, _____________________, __________________

Tel (School): ____________________________ Fax: _________________________

Email Address: ______________________________________________________

School Contact Person’s Name: ______________________________________________

Contact Person’s phone No: ________________________________________________

__________________________

Signature & Seal of Principal/Headmaster/Headmistress

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PASTE RECENT PHOTOGRAPH

OF STUDENT. DO NOT

STAPLE. PHOTO MUST BE

ATTESTED BY SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL FROM FRONT.

WATER ROCKET COMPETITION

PLEASE FILL COMPLETE FORM IN CAPITAL LETTERS

NAME, POSTAL ADDRESS, CONTACT AND FAX NUMBERS OF SCHOOL

NAME, CONTACT NUMBER, CNIC NUMBER OF ACCOMPANYING TEACHER

NAME, CONTACT NUMBER AND ADDRESS OF PARTICIPATING STUDENT

NAME AND CONTACT NUMBER OF FATHER/GUARDIAN OF STUDENT

______________________________________________________

NAME, SIGNATURE & OFFICIAL STAMP OF PRINCIPAL

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

TEAM # _________________ REMARKS: _________________________________ KIT ISSUED _____________ ___________________________________________ KIT RETURNED _________ REPRESENTATIVE NAME: ____________________

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MULTIROTOR AERIAL ROBOTICS CONTEST

UNIVERSITY NAME: ___________________________________________________________

UNIVERSITY ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________

UNIVERSITY CONTACT #: ________________________________________________________

S.NO STUDENT NAME EMAIL ID CONTACT # CNIC #

ATTACH 1 X PHOTO OF EACH GROUP MEMBER

ATTACH 1 X COPY OF CNIC OF EACH GROUP MEMBER

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

TEAM # _________________ REMARKS: _______________________________

KIT ISSUED _____________ ___________________________________________

KIT RETURNED _________ REPRESENTATIVE NAME: _________________

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NATIONAL POSTER MAKING COMPETITION

SCHOOL INFORMATION

PRINCIPAL / HEAD OF THE SCHOOL ________________________________________________________________________________

SCHOOL NAME _______________________________________________________________________________________________

COMPLETE ADDRESS ___________________________________________________________________________________________

CONTACT (PTCL/MOB) ___________________________________ E-MAIL ADDRESS ________________________________________

CITY (DISTRICT/TEHSIL) ________________________________ PROVINCE __________________________ ZIP __________________

STUDENT INFORMATION

NAME OF STUDENT ____________________________________________________________________________________________

PARENTS/GUARDIAN NAME _____________________________________________________________________________________

COMPLETE ADDRESS __________________________________________________________________________________________

CITY (DISTRICT/TEHSIL) ________________________________ PROVINCE __________________________ ZIP __________________

CONTACT (PTCL/MOB) ___________________________________ E-MAIL ADDRESS ________________________________________

CLASS ____________________________ DATE OF BIRTH ______________________________ (*AGE LIMIT OF 8 TO 11 YEARS).

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SPACE IN QURAN- QIRAAT COMPETITION SCHOOL INFORMATION

SCHOOL NAME: ___________________________

POSTAL ADDRESS: _________________________

PHONE NUMBER: _________________________

FAX NUMBER: ___________________________

EMAIL: _________________________________

ACCOMPANYING TEACHER

TEACHER NAME: _________________________

CNIC NUMBER: _________________________

CELL NUMBER: _________________________

PARTICIPATING STUDENT

STUDENT NAME: __________________________

DATE OF BIRTH:___ ________________________

PHONE NUMBER: _________________________

ADDRESS: _______________________________

QIRAAT COURSE/HAAFIZ COURSE: ____________________

FATHER/GUARDIAN OF STUDENT

FATHER/GUARDIAN NAME: _________________

CNIC NUMBER: _________________________

PHONE NUMBER: _________________________

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PASTE RECENT

PHOTOGRAPH OF

STUDENT. DO NOT

STAPLE.

SPACE THEATRE COMPETITION

PLEASE FILL COMPLETE FORM IN CAPITAL LETTERS

NAME, POSTAL ADDRESS, CONTACT AND FAX NUMBERS OF SCHOOL

NAME, CONTACT NUMBER, CNIC NUMBER OF ACCOMPANYING TEACHER

NAME, CONTACT NUMBER AND ADDRESS OF PARTICIPATING STUDENT

S.NO. NAME CONTACT NO. ADDRESS

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

______________________________________________________ NAME, SIGNATURE & OFFICIAL STAMP OF PRINCIPAL

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

TEAM # _________________ REMARKS: _________________________________

SCRIPT _________________ ROUND 1: ____________________________

REPRESENTATIVE NAME: ____________________

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PASTE RECENT

PHOTOGRAPH OF

STUDENT. DO NOT

STAPLE.

UNIVERSITY PROJECT COMPETITION

PLEASE FILL COMPLETE FORM IN CAPITAL LETTERS

NAME, POSTAL ADDRESS, CONTACT AND FAX NUMBERS OF UNIVERSITY

NAME, CONTACT NUMBER, CNIC NUMBER OF ACCOMPANYING TEACHERS/OFFICALS

NAME, CONTACT NUMBER AND ADDRESS OF PARTICIPATING STUDENT

NAME AND CONTACT NUMBER OF FATHER/GUARDIAN OF STUDENT

______________________________________________________ NAME, SIGNATURE & OFFICIAL STAMP OF DEAN DEPTT

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

TEAM # _________________ REMARKS: _______________________________

KIT ISSUED _____________ ___________________________________________

KIT RETURNED _________ REPRESENTATIVE NAME: _________________

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SPACE TECHNOLOGY LECTURE

FOR SCHOOL NAME OF SCHOOL/INSTITUTE: _____________________

ADDRESS:

TELEPHONE: _MOBILE: _____FAX:

EMAIL:

1. STUDENT NAME: _________________ CLASS: _____________

CNIC/B. FORM:

2. STUDENT NAME: ______________ _____ CLASS: ____________

CNIC/B. FORM:

3. STUDENT NAME: _________ ___ ________ CLASS: ____________

CNIC/B. FORM:

ACCOMPANYING TEACHER: ____________

CNIC: CONTACT NUMBER: ____________

EMAIL:

TEACHER’S SIGNATURE: DATE:

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SPACE TECHNOLOGY LECTURE FOR UNIVERSITY NAME OF UNIVERSITY: _________________________

ADDRESS:

TELEPHONE: _MOBILE: _____FAX:

EMAIL:

1. STUDENT NAME: _________________ DEPTT: _____________

CNIC:

2. STUDENT NAME: ______________ _____ DEPTT: _____ _______

CNIC:

3. STUDENT NAME: _________ ___ ________DEPTT: ________ ____

CNIC:

ACCOMPANYING LECTURER / TEACHER: ____ ___ ________DEPTT: ________ ____

CNIC: CONTACT NUMBER: ____________

EMAIL:

SIGNATURE: DATE:

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Chapter: 6

•Important Contacts for WSW

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Important contacts for WSW

Pakistan’s World Space Week Coordinator at SUPARCO Syed Tahir Hussain Naqvi Space Education and Awareness Email: sh.ea@suparco.gov.pk tahirhussain.syed@yahoo.com Ph: 021-34654434

Cell: 0323-3991294 Ext: 2078

Address: SUPARCO Headquarters SUPARCO Road, P. O. Box No. 8402 Karachi-75270 Pakistan

SUPARCO’s contact point for Lahore Station Hasan Iqbal Tel: 0334-7767177 Email: hasan_bhatti@live.com Address: Satellite Research and Development Centre, SUPARCO Road near University of the Punjab, Lahore Ph: 042-35904260

SUPARCO’s contact point for Islamabad & Abbottabad Station Riffat Shamshad DH Land Use Planning Acting -SPARC-ISB Ph: 051-9075219 Email: daniaa12@hotmail.com

SUPARCO’s contact point for Peshawar Station Mr. Muhammad Farooq A/DH Regional Office Peshawar Ph: 091-9217269 Email: gh.sparc@suparco.gov.pk

SUPARCO’s contact point for Quetta Station Obaid Ahsan Assistant Manager Email: ubaid.ahsan@hotmail.com

SUPARCO’s contact point for Faisalabad & Bahawalpur Station Maj Mansoor Zamir Acting Dir Geo Platform SRDC-L Ph: 042-35904260 Email: zamir_mansoor@yahoo.com

SUPARCO’s contact point for Hyderabad Station Fareeha Kanwal GH Psychology Ph: 021-34650765 Ext: 2014 Email: fareeha-kanwal@hotmail.com

SUPARCO’s Media Cell Syeda Kiran Zehra Zaidi GH PR &MM

Ph: 021-34650765 Ext: 2249 Email: am.pr@suparco.gov.pk

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Chapter: 7

•WSW Related Websites

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WSW related websites

World Space Week Association http://www.worldspaceweek.org/wsw/

Education Links For Educators and Students: CNES http://www.cnes.fr/web/CNES-en/456-pocket-guide.php NASA Science Mission Directorate http://science.nasa.gov/ NSTA Webseminars http://learningcenter.nsta.org/products/webseminars.aspx Space Class http://spaceclass.org/default.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fcontrolpanel.aspx Space Educators Handbook http://er.jsc.nasa.gov/seh/ Science Education Gateway

GLOBE Program http://cse.ssl.berkeley.edu/SegwayEd/index.html NASA’s Mission Page http://missionscience.nasa.gov/ ESA Kids http://www.esa.int/esaKIDSen/ NASA Kids Club http://www.nasa.gov/audience/forkids/kidsclub/flash/index.html NASA Space Place http://spaceplace.nasa.gov/ The Planetary Society http://www.planetary.org/explore/for-kids/

Space Education programmes: Victorian Space Science Education Centre http://www.vssec.vic.edu.au/

Space Foundation http://www.spacefoundation.org/education

Leading Space Organizations Astronomical Society of the Pacific http://www.astrosociety.org/ Canadian Space Agency http://www.space.gc.ca/ Centre National d’Études Spatiales http://www.cnes.fr/

Challenger Center http://www.challenger.org/

China National Space Administration http://www.cnsa.gov.cn/ DLR http://www.dlr.de/DLR-Homepage

European Space Agency http://www.esa.int/

http://www.globe.gov International Astronautical Federation http://www.iafastro.com/ Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency http://www.jaxa.jp/ Mars Society http://www.marssociety.org/ NASA http://www.nasa.gov/

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National Science Teachers Association http://www.nsta.org/ National Space Society http://www.nss.org/ Planetary Society http://www.planetary.org/ Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission http://www.suparco.gov.pk/ Russian Federal Space Agency http://www.federalspace.ru/ Space Camp

http://www.spacecamp.com/ Space Link http://spacelink.nasa.gov/.index.html Space Foundation http://www.ussf.org/ Space Frontier Foundation http://www.space-frontier.org/ Students for Exploration & Development of Space http://www.seds.org/ United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs http://www.oosa.unvienna.org/index.html Young Astronauts http://www.youngastronauts.org/yac/

Other Space Education Web Sites

See Links on the following page http://www.worldspaceweek.org/links.html

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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) Who can organize WSW events in Pakistan? Any entity can organize events to celebrate WSW. Typical participants include:

Astronomy clubs Astronomy departments at universities Aerospace companies Community groups which support education Consumer product companies Engineers

Government space agencies Libraries Model rocket clubs News media Observatories Planetariums

Chapter: 8

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Professional and technical societies Retail stores and shopping centers Science museums

Science teachers and professors Schools Space societies

Can WSW activities be organized on any other dates? The UN has declared that World Space Week will be held each year from October 4-10. Events that are organized other than these dates are not generally considered as part of WSW. After conducting events/activities, is it necessary to enter reports/results and media impressions on WSW global calendar? Yes, this will help to ensure that the size and impact of World Space Week events of Pakistan is both complete and accurate. What is meant by reports and attendance on WSW global calendar? Report is the brief summary regarding the event and attendance is the estimated number of people who attended an event. What is media impression? Media impressions are the estimated viewers/readers of media coverage of an event (such as TV, newspapers, and web sites), and should be obtained from each media organization or web site. Media covering multiple events should only be reported for one event to avoid duplicate counting. Can I conduct any activity other than the ones listed? Yes, any creative idea is welcome but its theme should pertain to World Space Week only. Who are focal persons? Focal persons are the nominated officials of SUPARCO and the other entity, between which collaboration will be done. All communication and coordination of both the parties will be done by them. How can a school register for WSW competitions via SUPARCO website? Schools can register online through SUPARCO’s website (www.suparco.gov.pk). Detailed competition plan for each station is given on the World Space Week web page. By clicking on “new registration” link under the concerned station tab, schools could access form in which it should provide all the necessary details of the participating students and school. While registering for competitions, schools have to adhere to the deadline date mentioned.