Ontario Tech University is not only a hub for higher education, it’s also a leader in driving innovation and creating positive impact for both teachers and students in elementary and secondary schools. 

On April 8, the Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education proudly supported the first Canadian high school team to become finalists in the prestigious NASA HUNCH program, a project-based educational initiative held at the renowned NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The team from Victoria Park Collegiate Institute (VPCI), within the Toronto District School Board, presented its Lunar Ejecting Robot Prototype to astronauts and NASA staff.

During the Final Design Showcase, the six VPCI students presented the Critical Design Review of their prototype, including a detailed cost breakdown.

“These students exemplify the passion, creativity, and drive that will shape the future,” says Dr. Amanda Cooper, Dean, Mitch and Leslie Frazer Faculty of Education. “We’re proud to support their academic journeys and celebrate their achievements in the NASA HUNCH program, which showcases the power of real-world learning and the importance of STEM education for the next generation.”