At the Astronomy Society of Fulton Science Academy (ASFSA), students don’t just study science—they live it. They design and build satellites, develop CubeSat missions, and have partnered with Interstellar Technologies, a Japanese launch company, to send their first satellite into orbit in 2027. Their hands-on work extends from engineering and motorizing a custom-built Dobsonian telescope to designing and testing model rockets that reach precise altitudes and durations. Through every experiment and mission, ASFSA students integrate physics, engineering, and data analysis—transforming classrooms into laboratories of real-world discovery.

From the moment I first picked up a pencil as a child, art has always been my way of understanding the world. What started as simple drawings in my free time slowly grew into a deep love for design and creative technology—an interest that has shaped my entire academic journey and led me all the way to Stanford University.

Leadership in education is both a privilege and a responsibility. Each decision we make, from hiring to discipline to daily interactions, shapes the moral fabric of our school communities. The schools that endure are not defined by test scores or facilities alone, but by something deeper: the integrity of their leadership.

We are entering a transformative era where AI reshapes business, knowledge work, and workflows, blending machine intelligence with human ingenuity. This evolution mirrors the seismic shifts of the Industrial Revolution and the internet age, promising decades of technological, societal, and economic change. As AI drives innovation at unprecedented rates, organizations must prepare for this future by cultivating talent with a mix of adaptive skills, qualities and creativity. Let’s explore what it takes to thrive in this moment and prepare for tomorrow's opportunities.

The world of technology is in constant flux. Major tech companies like Google are not just looking for people who can code or analyze data. They need individuals who can adapt, innovate, and thrive in a landscape that's being reshaped daily, especially by the rapid advancements in AI.

STEM education has been a cornerstone of U.S. schools for decades. Thirty-seven years ago, the founding members of the National Consortium of STEM Schools (NCSS) came together to promote a comprehensive STEM approach across specialized high schools. To join NCSS schools had to weave STEM disciplines throughout their entire curriculum—not just in isolated disciplines—and engage students in authentic research experiences. These pillars helped fuel the rise of STEM-focused high schools nationwide.