Recent Testimonials:
I had a group of enhanced grade nines that are incredibly passionate about astronomy. I spoke with Ryan from Astronomy in Action about my students needs and interests, and he provided an amazing experience that was appropriate for their age and interest level. All questions that the students threw out were answered (and there were a lot!), they also loved all the amazing imagery that accompanied the thorough answers that were given. Thanks so much Astronomy in Action, looking forward to working with you again!
Darby McFadden, Oakville Trafalgar HS
Ryan is an amazing and engaging presenter who’s passion clearly shows through. He engages so well with youth of all ages and makes astronomy exciting and accessible. Thank you!!
1st Binbrook Sparks & Brownies
A BIG Thank you to you for the awesome planetarium experience. The children thought it was great and we adults sure enjoyed ourselves, and learned a few things as well.
Shelley, Private School Programs Coordinator
Fantastic job! Kept the kids really engaged and was receptive to all questions, even silly ones.
23rd Sudbury Scouts
Astronomy in Action provided the Kortright Centre for Conservation with a dynamic public program, and a fool-proof way to offer an Astronomy Night rain or shine. The inflatable portable planetarium is a marvelous device - an igloo full of stars, and provided a nice intimate teaching space for our attendees of all ages. Ryan is a masterful presenter, and held the audience in thrall to the ancient stories of the sky. Feedback for customer surveys was excellent, and we look forward to working with Astronomy in Action in the future.
Aldo, Kortright Centre for Conservation
The Grade 9 students started their Astronomy unit with a "bang" through the Astronomy in Action planetarium show in the comfort of our own school. Presenter, Ryan Marciniak, owner of Astronomy in Action brought his portable planetarium technology to the school and took students on a journey through the stars. Students were taken light-years away through our solar system and billions of stars in the Milky way galaxy in a matter of only an hour. Students had the opportunity to ask Ryan many engaging questions throughout the presentation and were left with many exciting facts and ideas. The show was built around the Ontario Curriculum and helped whet the student's appetite for further Astronomy exploration throughout the unit.
Nandita Bajaj, Northview Heights Secondary School
The 15th Trenton Girl Guides really enjoyed the program a lot! Ryan was a great presenter and kept everyone engaged! Ryan is a person you can see really loves being an astronomer and takes the time to cover many topics and questions. Thank you again for the night in space!
Amanda, 15th Trenton Guides
Ryan is a passionate and knowledgeable presenter who is a master of the interactive technology he uses in to take the kids on a journey of the Universe. As close as we can get to real space travel, and definitely peaked student interest in astronomy.
Steven Fotheringham, Teacher - OTHS
What a delight to see so many folks engaged during your presentations throughout the week. You provided a fantastic counterpoint to the more contemplative nature of the programs and that was obviously a huge hit. It’s been a genuine pleasure to work with you, and if the opportunity arises, we’d be delighted to partner with you again."
Vicki, Programming Assistant, The Bentway Conservancy
Thank you for the wonderful presentation last night. I was particularly impressed by your respectful treatment of the girls. Each question was heard and validated as a relevant and thoughtful question. The questions were basic (though some amazed me) but the girls are young. You treated them all as intelligent, thoughtful girls. When people are treated like this, this is what they become. Rest assured we will be asking for you again!!!
Heather, Sparks / Brownies Leader
I just wanted to thank you again for coming in to talk to my students. You handled the kids well and had lots of interesting things to show.
John Leckie, Teacher - Georgetown District High School
This is a fantastic program that can be tailored to any group. No question or topic is too big or small to be explored. Great value and high engagement from our Pathfinders.
2nd Airdrie Pathfinders
The presenter was without a doubt an engaging and knowledgeable speaker; he’s able to discuss complex topics in an accessible way and his passion for science captivates his audience. The portable planetarium was a phenomenal experience for students, staff and volunteers. We would welcome the chance to bring Astronomy in Action back to our school and emphatically recommend this truly out-of-this-world program.
Christina Pataky Forsyth, Parent Council - Mother Cabrini Catholic School
Our grade 6s had an amazing time in the large dome mobile planetarium. The presenter engaged them in many discussions, conversations and presentations completely centered around the curriculum expectations. He answered all student questions with expertise. The dome itself was amazing- the students and staff were in awe. Our students were able to lay down comfortably and enjoy the projections of the universe above their head. Thanks again, Astronomy in Action, for visiting our school!"
Lacey Shattler, Teacher - Oodenawi Public School
The dome is so engaging for the students. They could not wait to enter and did not want to leave. (The Presenter’s) knowledge of space is vast and he was able explain concepts and answer students questions in a way that they could understand. Thank you for bringing the universe to Mountsfield!
Lesley Robertson, Teacher-Librarian - Mountsfield Public School
Astronomy in Action was organized, transparent, and accommodating to the unique needs of our school. The presentations were specific to the curriculum as well as catering to spontaneous questions from the audience. It can be seen through his passionate delivery that Ryan loves what he does and it resonates with everyone who has the chance to see his presentations.
Nicholas Kurtz, Teacher - Burlington Central High School
"Our visit from Astronomy in Action was a huge success with the Girl Guides. The girls loved discovering more about the planets, and how humans are learning more about our universe through space exploration.
Karen, Whitby Girl Guides
We’ll be doing more stargazing in the great outdoors at camp this summer. Thank you for sharing your passion with us, and sparking the curiosity of future astronomy enthusiasts.
Kimberlee, Woodbridge Girl Guides
Here's a little snippet of just some of the feedback we received from our elementary students about our session: "Thank you so much for the Astronomy in Action presentation! It was very enjoyable. It was so much fun that I never wanted it to end! I learned a lot too. Please have more of these activities in the future!"
Kelli, Teacher - VHS
From our initial email booking, until the end of the evening, (Astronomy in Action) was very organized, professional, accommodating, knowledgeable and most of all fun.
Julie, Hamilton Girl Guides
The girls were so engaged and excited throughout the entirety of the show and you skillfully answered all of their questions. We intend to highly recommend you to other Guiding groups in our area.
Reagan, Mississauga Girl Guides
One of our participants enjoyed it so much she said it was our best meeting ever!
479th Toronto Pathfinders
Astronomy in Action is a great resource for taking a look into space. Ryan was awesome with the group of girls that we had for our event. He was patient and let the girls ask questions. And he was able to give us great down to earth explanations of what things are like in space. I know that I will be booking another session at some point. Thank for an awe inspiring look into space.
Carleton Place Sparks and Brownies
Fabulous program that kept pour girls engaged and their curiosity peaked the entire time. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to lean more on astronomy!
181st Calgary Guides
This interactive encounter was rapid-fire and fluid, following the questions and interests of our Guides. Ryan’s enthusiasm for his topic is contagious!
Stacey, Edmonton Guides
This was one of our best virtual meetings of the year! Our Brownies were engaged through the whole presentation, and some of the quieter girls who don't usually speak up even asked some questions which was really cool to see. As a leader, all we had to do was book and Astronomy in Action took care of the rest including an amazing variety of visual programs all presented over our Zoom meeting. Would highly recommend!
Jessica, 32nd Toronto Brownies