Mary Sandy
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Dr. Mary Sandy has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between K–12 education and emerging technology, with a primary focus on STEM career exposure and curriculum alignment. Her most impactful work, "Exposing Students to STEM Careers through Hands-on Activities with Drones and Robots" (2020, 12 citations), exemplifies her hands-on, applied approach to learning. With 15 years of teaching experience across secondary and collegiate levels, Dr. Sandy has been instrumental in shaping how students engage with science and technology. Notably, during her tenure in secondary education, she served on numerous curriculum committees tasked with aligning Virginia’s Standards of Learning (SOLs) to the Newport News Public Schools pacing guides—a critical effort that ensured classroom instruction met state benchmarks while remaining relevant to real-world careers. Her work has directly influenced how robotics and drone-based activities are integrated into school curricula, making STEM fields more accessible and exciting for young learners. Dr. Sandy’s contributions continue to inspire educators and students alike, demonstrating the power of practical, career-connected learning in building the next generation of innovators.
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