On November 7, 2026, Sarah Weaver, TOSA for the Como Planetarium at Como Elementary, received a 2026 Fellow Award from the Great Lakes Planetarium Association (GLPA).
The Fellow Award is given to individuals who demonstrate dedication through leadership roles, promoting inclusion standards, and active participation in GLPA meetings, according to the association.
Press Release: Saint Paul Public Schools
Published November 7, 2026. Reproduced in full from the Saint Paul Public Schools.
Como Planetarium Teacher Sarah Weaver Receives Fellow Award
Sarah Weaver, TOSA for the Como Planetarium at Como Elementary, received a 2026 Fellow Award from the Great Lakes Planetarium Association (GLPA). The Fellow Award is a testament to the dedication and hard work of members who made substantial contributions to GLPA. Sarah was one of seven members to receive this award.
Examples of service that may make an individual eligible for this award include holding a leadership position, such as an elected officer or committee chair, developing and promoting standards that improve planetarium inclusion, and actively participating in state and regional GLPA meetings. Founded in 1965, GLPA is a professional organization dedicated to supporting astronomy and space science education through planetaria.
