Our Team:

Meet the dynamic and robust team of scientists, engineers, educators, and community leaders who make our STEM education programs possible.

Dr. GeAndra Imoudu

Founder | Executive Director | Science + Engineering Facilitator

Originally from New Orleans, LA, Dr. GeAndra Davis Imoudu, also known as Dr. Ge., is a mom of three and an engineer-turned-STEM educator living in Charlotte, NC. She holds a B.S. in Science, Technology, and Society from Stanford University, an M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Tulane University, a graduate certificate in Design Thinking from the MIT Sloan School of Management, and a doctorate in education from Vanderbilt University. Dr. Ge. was an engineering project manager for 10 years before creating and leading PreK-12th grade STEM education programs across the Carolinas.

Proud Member Of:

National Science Teaching Association
American Association for the Advancement of Science

Michaela Mae Adams

ELA and Social Emotional Learning Facilitator

Michaela Adams’ expertise and comprehensive understanding of child development and education are derived from 22 years of work with hundreds of children, educators, and parents. Her expansive experiences with children and families coupled with her training have afforded her keen insight into how to holistically and successfully bolster children and families in their growth toward learning, confidence, and connectedness. She and her colleague developed the WisdomPath Way parenting approach that integrates neurodevelopmental wisdom with a contemporary perspective of child development. This approach provides parents and professionals with a deep understanding of the strengths and challenges of each child, how to guide their development, and to teach and promote adherence to rules, limits, and boundaries within the context of the Relational LifeSpace. Michaela holds an undergraduate from Northern Arizona University, with a double major in Elementary Education and Special Education, and a graduate degree from Rutgers University in Learning, Cognition, and Development. She is currently working towards her graduate degree in social work. Michaela absolutely adores being a parent to two lively and hilarious boys, exploring the outdoors lots, and adventuring as much as possible.

Ebony Simpson

Art Director

Ebony Simpson has a Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Liberal Art Studies from Mars Hill University. She has had the pleasure of being an art teacher for over three years at the Holt School of Fine Art as well as a freelance illustrator and graphic artist. Ebony is passionate about teaching art and strives to create a classroom environment that is fun and exciting. She engages young artists and inspires them to experiment and explore art. With a strong background in traditional atelier training, Ebony's goal is to make art accessible for all and to help create the next generation of artists.

Punam Roy

Engineering + Global Studies Facilitator

Punam Roy holds a B.E. in Biomedical Engineering from Vanderbilt University and spent 12 years a patent examiner for the United States Patent and Trademark Office. She was also a member of the 8th cohort of the City of Charlotte Civic Leadership Academy and, in addition to extensive academic and professional experience in science and engineering, fosters a sense of community, collaboration, problem solving, and creativity in the classroom.

Whitney Hargett

Languages and Cultures Facilitator

Whitney holds a B.A. in Elementary Education and a master’s degree in Early Childhood Administration. She is a bilingual mother of 3 who is passionate about teaching children through interactive lessons and interactive experiences.

Rebecca Hopkins

Educator + Community Builder

Rebecca Hopkins holds a B.A. in Elementary Education with a minor in Psychology. Rebecca spent many years in Africa, serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer, collaborating with regional educators to build curriculums, write grants and secure international funding used for community development and youth programs. She also designed and facilitated workshops for aspiring teachers in the US and abroad. Rebecca spent 5 years teaching at Carolina International School before launching a career as an ESL instructor and becoming an active member of the Charlotte homeschool community. Rebecca loves spending her time enjoying nature and exploring new cultures with her family.

Adam Calderone

Physical Education Facilitator

Adam Calderone (a.k.a. Coach Adam) holds a B.A. from the University of Connecticut and has over 10 years of experience in the non-profit space. Adam began his journey in Non-Profit through the AmeriCorps Program, working with individuals with a history of chronic homelessness. He has worked on numerous homelessness initiatives throughout the city and served on the Charlotte Mecklenburg Housing Advisory Board. Adam now serves as the Recreation Director for Pritchard Church and is involved with youth basketball leagues, summer camps, clinics, and STEM Skool. His classes emphasize good sportsmanship, energy, and teamwork. He believes in challenging students mentally and physically, while using sports to develop a sense of community within the students. Outside of work, you can find Adam running through the streets of Charlotte, enjoying concerts, and attending live sporting events.

Gina Johnson

Guest Lecturer, Math + Financial Literacy

Passionate about children's education and possessing a true gift for teaching, Gina Johnson has planted foundational seeds for learning in the minds of young children for over 20 years. Her mission is to be a space where children can learn freely in a supportive and engaging environment without anxiety caused by academic demands. Her extensive educational background gives her the insight needed to prepare your child for college and beyond. Gina is a veteran of the United States Air Force. She holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems and a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from Pepperdine University. She also participated in study abroad programs at the University of Antwerp in Belgium, where she studied Business in a European Context, and at Oxford University in England, where she completed studies in Global Enterprise Management, Organisations, Environments, and Political Economy through the Department for Continuing Education.

Genette Imoudu

Content Creation Intern

Genette Imoudu is a STEM Skool middle school student with an interest in the visual arts. In addition to drawing, painting, and graphic design, Genette enjoys running, Taekwondo, and cooking.

Brett Q. Tempest, Ph.D., P.E.

Faculty Advisor

Brett Tempest is an Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UNC Charlotte. His research is related to the development and performance evaluation of concrete and masonry construction materials, particularly from the standpoint of sustainability. He is also active in engineering education research related to building student diversity and integrating service learning into the engineering curriculum.

Matthew Justice

Software Engineering Facilitator

Matthew Justice previously worked at Microsoft for 17 years in various roles, from debugging the Windows kernel to developing web applications. He’s a hobbyist musician who enjoys playing saxophone and arranging music. Matthew has a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Tennessee. Matthew grew up in Kingsport, TN, where he met his lovely wife, Suzy. They now have four children and live in Charlotte, NC. In 2021, Matthew released How Computers Really Work: A Hands-On Guide to the Inner Workings of the Machine, which is the go-to resource for anyone interested in learning about circuits, software, operating systems, and programming languages.

Daniel Imoudu

Science + Engineering Facilitator

Daniel Imoudu is a chemical engineer and plant operations superintendent living in Charlotte, NC. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Daniel earned his bachelor's degree from Penn State and master's degree from Florida Institute of Technology. A dedicated STEM Skool parent and volunteer, you may catch Mr. Daniel leading cool chemistry experiments in his Nittany Lions t-shirt any given day!

Naomi Winfrey

Guest Lecturer, African Studies

Naomi Winfrey, founder of Nubian Moon, is a renowned Charlotte-area African African American Studies scholar. Winfrey is the former Program Director of LATIBAH Collard Green Museum, where she created, collaborated, and executed African-Centered projects. She is an active participant in local community programs and is an advocate of cultural education, with a special emphasis placed on educating children. Prior to founding Nubian Moon, Winfrey worked with several community organizations across New York, Georgia, the Carolinas, and Nairobi, Kenya.

Yanira Castro

Community Liaison

Yanira Castro, Founder and CEO at Humanity Communications Collective, is a marketing and public relations powerhouse who has worked with numerous brands, social justice organizations and non-profits across the U.S. An avid traveler and advocate for self-directed education, Yanira has been a long-time supporter of STEM Skool and our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Ratna Singh

Design Thinking + Product Management Advisor

Ratna Singh is a senior software engineer and product manager living in the San Francisco Bay Area. Ratna holds a master's degree in computer science from North Carolina State University and a graduate certificate in Design Thinking from the MIT Sloan School of Management.



STEM Skool, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 30101 Charlotte, NC 28230-0101

Phone:
+1 (704) 980-9325