David Huggins

Huggins’ innovative teaching project, “Telescopes for Aeronautics Elective Course,” will leverage the Voya grant to enhance Mohave Valley Junior High School’s aeronautics elective with the addition of telescopes. According to Huggins, the added equipment will provide students with hands-on learning opportunities that align with STEM education goals, fostering scientific curiosity and improving understanding of astronomy and aerospace concepts. The school’s aeronautics elective introduces students to key principles of flight, space exploration and related scientific phenomena. By incorporating telescopes, the program can offer engaging experiences such as observing celestial bodies, understanding orbital mechanics and connecting classroom learning to real-world applications.