INDIANA –Governor Eric J. Holcomb and the Indiana Department of Education Friday announced the four members of the Governor’s 2023 STEM Team. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding high school students who have demonstrated exceptional talent and accomplishments in the fields of science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM).
“I continue to be impressed by the students selected for my STEM team, not only for their commitment to academic success but also their eagerness to make a positive impact on fellow Hoosiers, communities, and our state,” said Gov. Holcomb. “As opportunities for STEM education continue to grow, I want to commend our students for seizing these opportunities to improve their future, as well as our passionate educators for their work to prepare students for all that lies ahead.”
In addition to being selected as a member of the Governor’s STEM Team, each student is awarded a $1,000 scholarship deposited into an Indiana CollegeChoice 529 Direct Savings plan, administered by the Treasurer of State, and a letterman jacket identifying them as members of the Governor’s STEM Team.
“As we continue to expand access to high-quality STEM education, these students exemplify the potential that exists for all Indiana students to unlock skills that will serve them throughout their life path,” said Dr. Katie Jenner, Indiana Secretary of Education. “The skills they are learning today – from problem-solving to critical thinking to communication – will be important regardless of the career they choose and will prepare them to be innovators and leaders who will help drive our state’s future economy.”
The members of the 2023 Governor’s STEM Team include:
- Science: Ethan Kiang, Bloomington H.S. South, Bloomington
- Technology: Brinna Porat, Center Grove H.S., Greenwood
- Engineering: Katie Essex, Southport H.S., Indianapolis
- Mathematics: Katherine Yu, Carmel H.S., Carmel
In addition to the four members selected for the Governor’s STEM Team, eight students received honorable mentions:
Science
- Luke Reynolds, Marian High School, Mishawaka
- Isabella Bradburn, Shelbyville Senior High School, Shelbyville
Technology
- Alexandra Tauriainen, Lawrence Central High School, Indianapolis
- Sarah O’Farril, Hanover Central High School, Cedar Lake
Engineering
- Chelsea Gonzalez, Pike High School, Indianapolis
- Hailey Huser, Martinsville High School, Martinsville
- Benjamin Myers, Washington High School, Washington
Mathematics
- Corbin Dowden, Huntington North High School, Huntington
