Frequently Asked Questions

Selection Process

How are Moonshot Participants chosen?

Moonshot participants will be chosen by an independent committee composed of Sevier and Cocke County education and business leaders.

How are Moonshot Participants notified of their involvement?

Chosen candidates will be notified by phone to welcome them to the program. Those not accepted will be notified by email.

Travel

Will Moonshot participants travel as a group?

Moonshot will host a number of local events where participants come together for shared activities, but the travel required to reach these events is typically done individually.
Additionally, some networking or shadowing opportunities may be scheduled on a one-to-one basis, which may also involve independent travel.  

For larger excursions, some independent travel (including airline travel) will be required to meet with partner organizations.

Will there be chaperones on the trips?

All travel opportunities will be supervised by qualified leaders from their respective student travel organizations.

Costs

Are there any fees or purchases that the student will be responsible for?

There may be small ancillary, discretionary expenses such as travel to local meetings, additional meals during travel experiences, etc. not covered. Moonshot will cover program costs and travel. 

Please keep in mind if you are traveling out of the country you will need a passport. This is expense is the responsibility of the student.

Parents

Can parents or guardians travel with students?

Generally, no. Parents will be invited to attend some meetings, but Moonshot is designed to be a student experience.  All students and parents will be required to sign a waiver for participation and travel.

Participation & Attendance

What are attendance expectations of students?

Attendance is expected at all Moonshot activities.  Repeated absences may affect the privilege of participating or dismissal from the program.