From the Sun to Pluto: Inspiring the next generation of explorers

The APL Space Department's Education and Public Outreach (E/PO) Office strives to excite and inspire the next generation of space explorers by creating hands-on, minds-on learning experiences. The E/PO programs provide training and materials to teachers to enhance their classroom activities and develop and implement activities that directly engage students and members of the general public. This article offers a brief overview of the many E/PO Office efforts, illustrating the programs' wide range of educational activities, diverse audiences, and venues including schools, museums, and science centers.