Craft your vision for humanity’s journey into the cosmos! Students are invited to express their thoughts, imagination, and hopes for the future through an inspiring essay on space exploration.
Languages: English or Hindi
Topics (Select any one or mix two at the max):
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Why Space Exploration Matters: A Student’s Vision for the Future
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One Small Step from India, One Giant Leap for Humanity
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If Humans Build a City on Mars: How Will Life Be Different?
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The Sky Is Not the Limit: India’s Space Power in the Making
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Private Space Companies: Revolutionizing Space Travel
Details:
Grades: 6 to 12
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Grades 6–8: 350 words
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Grades 9–12: 500 words
Formatting:
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Font Size: 12 pt
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Font Style: Arial
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Page Margin: 1 inch
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Spacing: Single-line
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Title: Center-aligned on top
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Software: Word File
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File Format: PDF
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File Naming: SchoolName_StarboundStories.pdf
Entries:
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2 students from Grade 6–8
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2 students from Grade 9–12 per school
We warmly invite your esteemed institution to participate in Space Fest 2025, a vibrant inter-school celebration of imagination, innovation, and inquiry. This unique event is designed to promote STEAM-based learning through space-themed creative contests that foster curiosity, collaboration, and futuristic thinking among students. All activities are thoughtfully curated to honor the inspiring journey of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, igniting a passion for space science and exploration in young minds.
Recognition & Grand Showcase
The finest contributions from each school will be recognized and proudly showcased at the SpaceFest Exhibition in Lucknow. This dynamic event will bring together schools from across Uttar Pradesh to celebrate learning through interactive space-themed activities, hands-on science and art exhibits, and dedicated learning zones focused on STEAM education. Students will also have the opportunity to engage with CMS STEAMers, explore future-ready careers, and enjoy a fun-filled day packed with inspiration, creativity, and food. All participating students will receive E-certificates, while winning entries will be featured in the official SpaceFest bulletin and social media platforms.
How to Submit?
Submission Guidelines:
Submissions will be accepted online, with clear guidelines and evaluation rubrics to ensure accessibility and fairness. Please ensure the following while submitting your school’s entries:
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One Best Entry per Activity:
We encourage you to take multiple entries and submit only one best entry per activity after careful assessment. -
Attach the BTS Content:
Include BTS photos or short video clips (under 1 minute) that show the process behind the selected entry.
File Format for BTS Submission: BTS_EventName.mp4 (for clips) or BTS_EventName.jpeg or png (for pictures) -
Correct File Format:
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Email ID for Submission:
All the submissions must come via email to the following email address – earthnspace@cmseducation.org -
Email Subject Line:
SpaceFest Submission_SchoolName -
Email Body Format:
Dear CMS SpaceFest Team,
Please find attached our school’s official submission for SpaceFest 2025 in celebration of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s Axiom 4 space mission.
School Name:
Event Name:
File Attached: [Yes/No] – check box please
BTS Glimpses Attached: [Yes/No] – check box pleaseWe confirm that these are the final best entries selected after internal review. We will await further instructions before posting any content online.
Warm Regards,
Co-ordinator Name:
Designation:
Contact Details:
Event Timelines:
Final Submissions Deadline to CMS via email: Submit by July 10, 2025