A platform for students, by students.

We are Skyboard, an online community platform committed to inspiring and connecting young people through astronomy. Run by the Youth Astronomers Society of Seattle (YASS), we help students share their projects, ideas, and passions to spark curiosity in others. Everything we do is built on exploration, community, and empowerment and our belief in the power of youth voices to make science welcoming, exciting, and within reach for all.

The Skyboard Team

  • Anisha Bajaj - YASS

    Anisha Bajaj

    Anisha is a high school junior and President of the Youth Astronomers Society of Seattle. Passionate about exploring the universe and sharing that curiosity with others, she has pursued research at the historic Mount Wilson Observatory—studying binary stars with speckle interferometry—and through the George Mason University / NASA Data Science and Research Internship, where she conducted exoplanet research now moving toward publication. Her work earned recognition at the Washington State Science and Engineering Fair (WSSEF), including a $80k scholarship to Ohio Wesleyan University, and 1st place in Astronomy and Physics.

    Beyond research, Anisha brings science to younger audiences as the author of Sci-Stories: Spaced Out, a children’s book that introduces space and STEM concepts in an accessible way.

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    Keira Park

    As Secretary of YASS, I record meeting notes, manage social affairs, organize events, and assist the president with any board matters.

    Apart from YASS, I founded the Astronomy club at Issaquah High School, where we host biweekly meetings to discuss current astronomical events and learn about space! Overall, we hope to connect with other likeminded teens around the greater Seattle area to create a community of curious teens.

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    Nicole

    Hello! I’m Nicole, and I am overjoyed to be the treasurer of YASS! What I love even more than learning about astronomy and the universe is getting to see it with my own eyes. Whether it’s a star party, naming constellations on a backpacking trip, or hauling my telescope over to a nearby park, the stars never fail to excite me. Outside of YASS, I love hiking, singing along to music, sunbathing, rock climbing, hanging with friends, and late night conversations- pretty much anything as long as I’m in good company! I am a junior at Bush and can’t wait for a year of memories and growth!

Our Mission

Empowering the Next Generation of Scientists

Our mission is to inspire, connect, and elevate young scientists by providing a welcoming platform to share their STEM passions and projects. Every initiative we take is designed to spark curiosity, foster community, and celebrate discovery. We envision a future where every student feels empowered to explore science and contribute their voice, creating a world that makes STEM accessible, inclusive, and within reach for all.

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Exploration

Curiosity sparks discovery, and education provides the tools to grow.

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Community

We thrive when we share knowledge, celebrate one another, and reach farther together.

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Empowerment

Every student’s voice matters; Skyboard highlights youth projects and passions to inspire others.

What Drives Us

Our values guide everything we do, shaping Skyboard into a place where students feel inspired, supported, and ready to share their voices.

Ready to Learn More?

Explore our student-made guides, research tips, and tools designed to make astronomy easier to understand. Whether you’re starting out or diving deeper, our resources are built to help you grow.

Educational Resources