Seven years after his first visit to The Pupil in August 2019, we were delighted to welcome back Dr. Don Thomas, Veteran NASA Astronaut, Scientist and Educator, for an engaging and inspiring interactive session with our students on August 13th 2026.
Having flown on four Space Shuttle missions and spent more than 1,040 hours in space, Dr. Thomas brought the wonder of space exploration to life through his first-hand experiences and insights.
The session took our Pupilites beyond the pages of textbooks as Dr. Thomas spoke about space travel, life in orbit, scientific experiments in microgravity, the future of human space exploration, and the journey of becoming an astronaut.
What made the interaction especially meaningful was the enthusiastic participation of our students. Their thoughtful questions led to an engaging exchange, allowing them to explore their curiosity and gain a deeper understanding of space, science and the possibilities that lie beyond Earth.
Dr. Thomas’s own journey—from facing setbacks in his pursuit of becoming an astronaut to achieving his dream—served as a powerful reminder that perseverance, curiosity and determination can turn aspirations into achievements.
We sincerely thank Mr. Kayambu Ramalingam and Go 4 Guru for their collaboration in making this enriching interaction possible.
It was a privilege to welcome Dr. Don Thomas back to The Pupil. His return has once again inspired our students to question, explore, dream boldly and reach for the stars.