Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
The Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) cluster is all about using math, science, and problem-solving skills to conduct scientific research and develop innovative solutions to the world’s problems.
Career Success Stars
The individual success stories of former CTE students, honored as Career Success Stars, reveal how CTE programs provide academic and technical skills for high-skill, in-demand, and high-wage careers.
Kyle Taylor
- Software Developer, Engineer
- Henrico County Government IT
- Hopewell High School
- Hopewell City Public Schools
Learn more about Kyle Taylor's career by watching this video spotlight.
Olivia Heisner
- Mechanical Applications Engineer
- WestRock
- James Wood High School
- Frederick County Public Schools
Learn more about Olivia Heisner's career by watching this video spotlight.
Daniel Safewright
- Systems Test Engineer
- United Launch Alliance Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
- Pulaski County High School
- Pulaski County Public Schools
Learn more about Daniel Safewright's career by watching this video spotlight.
Troy Mumpower
- Electric Power Generation Field Technician
- Alban Caterpillar
- Loudoun Valley High School
- Loudoun County Public School
Learn more about Troy Mumpower's career by watching this video spotlight.
Madeline Wilson
- Senior Program Planner
- Lockheed Martin
- Orange County High School
- Orange County Public Schools
Learn more about Madeline Wilson's career by watching this video spotlight.
Matthew Pearson-Beck
- Software Engineer
- Washington-Lee High School
- Arlington County Public Schools
Learn more about Matthew Pearson-Beck's career by watching this video spotlight.