ALT Graphic announcing a new 4-year Space Act Agreement between NASA and ARISS. A timeline on the left highlights the partnership's impact across four decades. The 2000s section shows an astronaut using amateur radio aboard the International Space Station, labeled "First Contacts from ISS." The 2010s section shows a student using amateur radio equipment, labeled "STEM Engagement." The 2020s section shows an astronaut conducting an amateur radio activity aboard the ISS, labeled "Global Reach." The 2026-2030 section shows a document titled "4-Year Space Act Agreement" with the ARISS logo and a pen, labeled "The Next 4 Years." Text on the right announces the signing of a new 4-year Space Act Agreement with NASA, extending a partnership that began in 2000 with the ISS's first educational payload and will continue inspiring students through STEM learning, amateur radio, and space exploration.

ALT Graphic promoting an ARISS-related NASA podcast episode for educators. On the left, artwork from NASA’s “Houston We Have a Podcast” shows an astronaut helmet reflecting Earth and space above the podcast title. Below, a photo from Episode 251, “Amateur Space Radio,” shows an astronaut aboard the International Space Station using a handheld radio. On the right, text encourages educators to learn about connecting their students with ARISS through Season 1, Episode 241, featuring educator Courtney Black and Gary Jordan discussing the impact of ARISS educational contacts on students. The graphic invites viewers to listen to the podcast and submit proposals for ARISS school contacts. Proposal deadlines listed are Sept. 30 for U.S. applications and Oct. 23 for Europe, Africa, and Middle East applications. ARISS logo appears in the lower right corner.

ALT Europe, Middle East, and Africa. A blue-toned map highlights Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Text explains that applications are managed through ARISS-Europe using a semi-annual proposal process. Proposals received by October 23, 2026, will be considered for contacts scheduled July through December 2027. Additional information is available at ARISS-EU.org. ARISS logo at bottom.

ALT Asia-Pacific. A map of East Asia and the Pacific region highlights Japan in red. Text states that organizations in Japan, Asia, and the Pacific region may apply at any time through ARISS-Japan for STEM education contacts with International Space Station crew members. Additional information is available at ARISS.org. ARISS logo at bottom.

ALT A map of North America highlights the United States in gold. Text explains that U.S. organizations apply through the quarterly ARISS-USA proposal process. Proposals received by September 30, 2026, will be considered for contacts scheduled January through June 2027. Additional information is available at ARISS-USA.org. ARISS logo at bottom.