Inspiring the
Next Generation of Astronomers
The Youth Astronomers Society of Seattle empowers teens to explore astronomy at every level, from community star parties to university-level research. We serve students who are passionate about science and curious about the unknown, giving them both a community and a platform. What makes us unique is that we treat teens not just as learners, but as scientists, publishing, presenting, and leading outreach across Seattle.
Our work strengthens community ties, opens pathways into STEM, and keeps the universe within reach for all.
The Youth Astronomers Society of Seattle (YASS) is a student-led division of the Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS). Our mission is to spark curiosity about space and amplify STEM opportunities for teens.
Spring Break Camp — Registration Open
Stars, Scopes & Python
Explore the universe and write code to decode it. A 2-session journey designed for curious middle schoolers.
Foundations of the Universe
Apr 13 · 9 AM–12 PM · OnlineFrom your backyard to billions of light-years away. Learn how astronomers measure the cosmos, navigate the sky, and point a telescope at exactly the right spot.
- Locate objects in the sky
- Measure stars with astro images
- Properties of galaxies
- Python to compute
- Telescopes
Live Night Sky Observing
Apr 14–18 · Evening · In PersonStep outside and look up, for real. A real telescope, a real dark sky: nebulae, galaxies, and double stars you can see with your own eyes. Date is weather-dependent.
- Learn how the sky moves
- Operate a real telescope
- Locate and take astro images
- Live telescope operation
Questions? president-yass@seattleastro.org
Presented by Youth Astronomers Society of Seattle (YASS) • Youth wing of Seattle Astronomical Society
Turning Barriers Into Opportunities
At YASS, we turn curiosity into action — giving teens the chance to explore with telescopes, do real research, and connect with friends who love the stars just as much as they do.
Explore student research, astronomy explainers, and tips for stargazing beginners.
Dive Deeper into Astronomy
We share presentations, posters, and tutorials to help students learn advanced techniques in astronomy:
Transit Photometry: Measuring starlight dips from exoplanets
Speckle Interferometry: Studying binary star systems with professional telescopes
Ground vs. Space Telescopes: Comparing Mauna Kea, Mount Wilson, and NASA’s TESS