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I was raised by a teacher. My mother is a professor of early education. And from the time I went to kindergarten through my senior year in high school, I went to public schools. I wouldn't trade that education and experience for anything.

I had incredible teachers. As I look at my life today, the things I value most about myself- my imagination, my love of acting, my passion for writing, my love of learning, my curiosity- all come from how I was parented and taught.

And none of these qualities that I've just mentioned, none of these qualities that I prize so deeply, that have brought me so much joy, that have brought me so much professional success- none of these qualities that make me who I am can be tested.

I said before that I had incredible teachers. And that's true. But it's more than that. My teachers were EMPOWERED to teach me. Their time wasn't taken up with a bunch of test prep-this silly drill and kill nonsense that any serious person knows doesn't promote real learning.

No, my teachers were free to approach me and every kid in that classroom like an individual puzzle. They took so much care in figuring out who we were and how best to make the lessons resonate with each of us. They were empowered to unlock our potential. They were allowed to be teachers.

I was raised by a teacher. My mother is a professor of early education. And from the time I went to kindergarten through my senior year in high school, I went to public schools. I wouldn't trade that education and experience for anything.

I had incredible teachers. As I look at my life today, the things I value most about myself- my imagination, my love of acting, my passion for writing, my love of learning, my curiosity- all come from how I was parented and taught.

And none of these qualities that I've just mentioned, none of these qualities that I prize so deeply, that have brought me so much joy, that have brought me so much professional success- none of these qualities that make me who I am can be tested.

I said before that I had incredible teachers. And that's true. But it's more than that. My teachers were EMPOWERED to teach me. Their time wasn't taken up with a bunch of test prep-this silly drill and kill nonsense that any serious person knows doesn't promote real learning.

No, my teachers were free to approach me and every kid in that classroom like an individual puzzle. They took so much care in figuring out who we were and how best to make the lessons resonate with each of us. They were empowered to unlock our potential. They were allowed to be teachers.

I was raised by a teacher. My mother is a professor of early education. And from the time I went to kindergarten through my

senior year in high school, I went to public schools. I wouldn't trade that education and experience for anything.

I had incredible teachers. As I look at my life today, the things I value most about myself- my imagination, my love of acting, my

passion for writing, my love of learning, my curiosity- all come from how I was parented and taught.

And none of these qualities that I've just mentioned, none of these qualities that I prize so deeply, that have brought me so

much joy, that have brought me so much professional success- none of these qualities that make me who I am can be tested.

I said before that I had incredible teachers. And that's true. But it's more than that. My teachers were EMPOWERED to teach me.

Their time wasn't taken up with a bunch of test prep-this silly drill and kill nonsense that any serious person knows doesn't

promote real learning.

No, my teachers were free to approach me and every kid in that classroom like an individual puzzle. They took so much care in

figuring out who we were and how best to make the lessons resonate with each of us. They were empowered to unlock our

potential. They were allowed to be teachers.

I was raised by a teacher. My mother is a professor of early education. And from the time I went to kindergarten through my senior year in high school, I went to public schools. I wouldn't trade that education and experience for anything.

I had incredible teachers. As I look at my life today, the things I value most about myself- my imagination, my love of acting, my passion for writing, my love of learning, my curiosity- all come from how I was parented and taught.

And none of these qualities that I've just mentioned, none of these qualities that I prize so deeply, that have brought me so much joy, that have brought me so much professional success- none of these qualities that make me who I am can be tested.

I said before that I had incredible teachers. And that's true. But it's more than that. My teachers were EMPOWERED to teach me. Their time wasn't taken up with a bunch of test prep-this silly drill and kill nonsense that any serious person knows doesn't promote real learning.

No, my teachers were free to approach me and every kid in that classroom like an individual puzzle. They took so much care in figuring out who we were and how best to make the lessons resonate with each of us. They were empowered to unlock our potential. They were allowed to be teachers.

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields.

Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration.

Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon.

The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields.

Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration.

Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon.

The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields.

Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration.

Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon.

The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields.

Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration.

Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon.

The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.

One afternoon in late June, as the sun shone warmly into the large courtyard, a very elegant Victoria, drawn by two sleek black horses, stopped in front of the mansion. The Countess descended the steps just as her husband, returning home, appeared at the carriage entrance.

The Count paused, his face turning slightly pale as he observed his wife. She was strikingly beautiful, with her long oval face, an ivory-like complexion, large gray eyes, and jet-black hair. Her graceful and aristocratic demeanour only heightened her appeal. Without sparing him a glance or acknowledging his presence, she entered the carriage with a high-bred air that rekindled the burning jealousy which had long consumed him.

Approaching her, he asked in a measured tone, "You are going for a drive?"

She responded coldly, "You see I am."

"May I join you?" he ventured, attempting to mask his unease.

"The carriage belongs to you," she replied disdainfully, her tone cutting and dismissive.

Without reacting to her hostility, he climbed in and gave the order: "To the Boulogne Woods" The footman took his place beside the coachman, and the spirited horses pranced onto the street. Husband and wife sat stiffly side by side in silence, the tension between them palpable. He hesitated, seeking a way to begin a conversation, but her resolute, icy demeanour held him back.

Finally, as if by accident, his gloved hand brushed hers. She recoiled sharply, her gesture laden with unmistakable disgust. He remained thoughtful, in spite of his usual authoritative and despotic character, and finally said: "Gabrielle!"

One afternoon in late June, as the sun shone warmly into the large courtyard, a very elegant Victoria, drawn by two sleek black horses, stopped in front of the mansion. The Countess descended the steps just as her husband, returning home, appeared at the carriage entrance.

The Count paused, his face turning slightly pale as he observed his wife. She was strikingly beautiful, with her long oval face, an ivory-like complexion, large gray eyes, and jet-black hair. Her graceful and aristocratic demeanour only heightened her appeal. Without sparing him a glance or acknowledging his presence, she entered the carriage with a high-bred air that rekindled the burning jealousy which had long consumed him.

Approaching her, he asked in a measured tone, "You are going for a drive?"

She responded coldly, "You see I am."

"May I join you?" he ventured, attempting to mask his unease.

"The carriage belongs to you," she replied disdainfully, her tone cutting and dismissive.

Without reacting to her hostility, he climbed in and gave the order: "To the Boulogne Woods" The footman took his place beside the coachman, and the spirited horses pranced onto the street. Husband and wife sat stiffly side by side in silence, the tension between them palpable. He hesitated, seeking a way to begin a conversation, but her resolute, icy demeanour held him back.

Finally, as if by accident, his gloved hand brushed hers. She recoiled sharply, her gesture laden with unmistakable disgust. He remained thoughtful, in spite of his usual authoritative and despotic character, and finally said: "Gabrielle!"

One afternoon in late June, as the sun shone warmly into the large courtyard, a very elegant Victoria, drawn by two sleek black horses, stopped in front of the mansion. The Countess descended the steps just as her husband, returning home, appeared at the carriage entrance.

The Count paused, his face turning slightly pale as he observed his wife. She was strikingly beautiful, with her long oval face, an ivory-like complexion, large gray eyes, and jet-black hair. Her graceful and aristocratic demeanour only heightened her appeal. Without sparing him a glance or acknowledging his presence, she entered the carriage with a high-bred air that rekindled the burning jealousy which had long consumed him.

Approaching her, he asked in a measured tone, "You are going for a drive?"
She responded coldly, "You see I am."
"May I join you?" he ventured, attempting to mask his unease.
"The carriage belongs to you," she replied disdainfully, her tone cutting and dismissive.

Without reacting to her hostility, he climbed in and gave the order: "To the Boulogne Woods" The footman took his place beside the coachman, and the spirited horses pranced onto the street. Husband and wife sat stiffly side by side in silence, the tension between them palpable. He hesitated, seeking a way to begin a conversation, but her resolute, icy demeanour held him back.

Finally, as if by accident, his gloved hand brushed hers. She recoiled sharply, her gesture laden with unmistakable disgust. He remained thoughtful, in spite of his usual authoritative and despotic character, and finally said: "Gabrielle!"

One afternoon in late June, as the sun shone warmly into the large courtyard, a very elegant Victoria, drawn by two sleek black horses, stopped in front of the mansion. The Countess descended the steps just as her husband, returning home, appeared at the carriage entrance.

The Count paused, his face turning slightly pale as he observed his wife. She was strikingly beautiful, with her long oval face, an ivory-like complexion, large gray eyes, and jet-black hair. Her graceful and aristocratic demeanour only heightened her appeal. Without sparing him a glance or acknowledging his presence, she entered the carriage with a high-bred air that rekindled the burning jealousy which had long consumed him.

Approaching her, he asked in a measured tone, "You are going for a drive?"

She responded coldly, "You see I am."

"May I join you?" he ventured, attempting to mask his unease.

"The carriage belongs to you," she replied disdainfully, her tone cutting and dismissive.

Without reacting to her hostility, he climbed in and gave the order: "To the Boulogne Woods" The footman took his place beside the coachman, and the spirited horses pranced onto the street. Husband and wife sat stiffly side by side in silence, the tension between them palpable. He hesitated, seeking a way to begin a conversation, but her resolute, icy demeanour held him back.

Finally, as if by accident, his gloved hand brushed hers. She recoiled sharply, her gesture laden with unmistakable disgust. He remained thoughtful, in spite of his usual authoritative and despotic character, and finally said: "Gabrielle!"

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields.

Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration.

Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon.

The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.