Rachel Evans, Bonnie Garrett, Cathy McNeal, and Rebecca Campbell at the Cognia Conference, Powerpoint slide behind them which reads District-Wide STEM Certification, a Strategic Journey to Transform Learning & Drive Innovation

Recently a team from Huntsville City Schools proudly presented at the Cognia IMPACT Conference in Montgomery, AL, sharing our journey towards achieving Districtwide STEM Certification—a major milestone that reflects our district’s unwavering commitment to innovation in education.

HCS is the largest school district in Alabama to earn this prestigious distinction, and we’re proud to be leading the way in STEM education and opportunities for all students.

HCS Presenters:

  • Ms. Rebecca Campbell, Gifted Services Coordinator

  • Dr. Rachel Evans, STEM Coordinator

  • Ms. Bonnie Garrett, STEM Coordinator

  • Dr. Cathy McNeal, Chief of Strategy and Innovation

Together, they offered attendees a behind-the-scenes look at how visionary leadership, cross-department collaboration, and intentional planning led to our districtwide success. They shared actionable strategies to inspire and support other districts on their own STEM journeys.

Cognia is a globally recognized nonprofit organization that provides accreditation and certification for schools and districts. Their rigorous standards promote high-quality instruction, continuous improvement, and student success.

As a recognized STEM-certified district by Cognia, HCS continues to lead the charge in preparing students for the careers of tomorrow—through hands-on learning, real-world problem solving, and a future-ready approach to education.