Time, Vastness, and Belonging: Outcomes from a Teen Dark-Sky Curriculum Pilot in Colorado
Abstract
This article reports on a program evaluation of Skyward – Part One, a Utah State University Extension curriculum that promotes adolescent mental well-being through immersive, awe-based dark-sky experiences. Findings indicate the program effectively supported emotional regulation and perspective-taking, demonstrating strong potential for replication of awe-based youth mental-health programming across non-formal educational settings.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Youth Development and Social Support
Outdoor and Experiential Education
Urban Green Space and Health
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Outcomes and Impact Quarterly
- Volume
- 6
- Issue
- 1
- Publication date
- 28 February 2026
- Language
- EN