The TEEC is a consortium of high tech industry executives and education leaders engaged in joint problem-solving on challenging workforce and education issues. TEEC pools the collective resources of its members and takes action, working with the entire K-16 education system to impact the quality of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education in central Texas.
Programs Supported & Coordinated by TEEC & Skillpoint Alliance
FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is a global program created to get kids excited about science and technology. Geared for ages 9-14, FLL utilizes theme-based Challenges to engage kids in research, problem solving, and engineering. In 2009 Skillpoint Alliance became the Official Central Texas FLL Partner. For questions concerning FLL and Skillpoint Alliance, contact Rachel Wilkinson at 512-323-6773 ext. 115.
Step Up! is a summer program for middle school students geared to spark interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. Hands-on pronlem based learning encourages students to explore and have fun while mastering challenging concepts.
Velocity Prep is a program designed for high school students to work together as a mock company on a real project for a client company. Students research a problem, develop a solution and deliver a final presentation and professional report to the client and school officials.
Contact the Technology & Education Executive Council Director
Ronald Smith evacuated from Hurricane Katrina and arrived in Austin with only $40. He came to Skillpoint Alliance where we helped him obtain skills in construction through our adult workforce program, Construction Gateway. He then found employment with Zachry Construction in Austin. “Hope was a main element and this program, Construction Gateway, enhanced it and gave me the opportunity to expand my skills,” Smith said. “The people of Austin have been very generous to me. Thanks, Skillpoint Alliance!"
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