aerospace Program
Low-Earth Orbit satellite tracking Project
Grades 8-12
TRACK SATELLITES FROM EARTH — JOIN THE LEO GROUND STATION PROJECT!
JOB Security! Forecast to reach 11 trillion dollars in the US by 2034.
PVNet Low-Earth Orbit Tracking Project
Build a Satellite Ground Station on the Rooftop!
PVNet is launching an exciting new aerospace engineering project for students in grades 8–12. This is your chance to help design and build a real satellite ground station right on the rooftop of the Promenade PV Mall!
Under the supervision aerospace professionals and engineers, you’ll enjoy creating an operational SatNOGS antenna system that connects to a global network and tracks real satellites in low-Earth orbit. You'll be part of an incredible international community.
🛰️ Who Can Join
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Grades 8–12
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No experience required as you’ll learn everything needed for this course.
📅 Mark on Your Calender!
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First Meeting: 🗓️ February 1st, 2026 at 4-6 PM at Promenade PV Mall
🧠 Students: What You’ll Do
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You'll be taught how to and will build an LEO antenna system
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Set up the system to track satellites in real time
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Integrate your station with the worldwide SatNOGS network
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Learn how satellites are tracked
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Have the opportunity to get a ham radio license — a valuable STEM credential
🏆 Parents: What Makes This Very Special
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There will be aerospace engineers and professionals as mentors
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Gain college-level skills in communication systems and electronics
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Be part of a live mission system that contributes real satellite data to a global network
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Become aware of the thousands of different satellites orbiting the earth
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Great for college apps, resumes, and future STEM opportunities
🔧 Why Should Your Child Join?
JOB Security! Forecast to reach 11 trillion dollars by 2034.
INTERESTED IN TECH OR AEROSPACE? THIS IS FOR YOU!
The aerospace industry is desperate for qualified aerospace engineers.
There are thousands of different types of jobs and careers in the aerospace industry. This a great first step to learn about what we're putting in space.
Low-Earth Orbit is crowded with satellites — and we need trained minds to track, manage, and support them. This project gives students a front-row seat to the future of aerospace and opens the door to satellite operations, radio communications, and space technology careers.
Join Now!
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