We are proud to announce our third fleet of Robolink Ambassadors. This group of educators represents every level of the education system, from elementary classrooms to higher education, and brings a wide range of backgrounds, disciplines, and pathways into STEM education.

From drone competitions and robotics programs to mathematics, computer science, engineering, and technology integration, each member of our newest ambassador fleet brings a unique perspective and a shared commitment to preparing students for the future.

We’re excited to spotlight the educators, coaches, leaders, and advocates who continue to inspire both students and fellow educators through their work.

Thomas Agase

Engineering & Computer Science Educator
San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD)

Originally from Chicago, Thomas began his career as a mathematics and engineering educator. He may look familiar to many educators using learn.robolink.com, where he and his students have appeared in instructional content and classroom examples.

Lisa Baribeau

Eighth Grade Mathematics Educator
Fayetteville-Manlius School District

With 22 years of experience teaching grades 8–12 in New York, Illinois, and Nebraska, Lisa is dedicated to making mathematics engaging and accessible for all learners. She currently serves in the Texas Instruments Teacher Leader Cadre and is pursuing certification as a Texas Instruments Regional Instructor.

David Boe

PLTW Engineering Educator
Avoyelles Public Charter School

David is a high school engineering educator at Avoyelles Public Charter School with more than 30 years of experience in engineering education. He has served as a PLTW Master Teacher for 25 years and coaches five Aerial Drone Competition teams across both middle and high school levels.

Crystal Caouette

Technology Education Educator
Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School

Crystal is a middle and high school technology education educator in Connecticut with a background in engineering and experience serving in multiple educational roles, including chemistry educator, physics educator, administrator, and technology educator. She is actively involved in the Aerial Drone Competition as both a coach and event partner.

Patricia Cortez

Seventh Grade Texas History and Elementary Robotics Educator
Dallas ISD

Patricia Cortez is an educator in Dallas ISD and the recipient of the 2025 Choice Magnet District Teacher of the Year award as well as the 2026 Drone Coach of the Year award. With 13 years in education, she serves the community where she grew up, working to expand access and opportunity for every student.

Lori Csutor

High School Mathematics Educator
Brentwood Union Free School District

Lori enjoys incorporating technology into every lesson and bringing mathematics to life through real-world problem-solving, coding, and hands-on learning experiences.

Tammy Daughenbaugh

Middle School ELA Educator and Technology Coach
Lena-Winslow Community Unit School District 202

Over the course of 24 years in education, Tammy has integrated a wide range of technology-focused lessons into her classroom. Most recently, she began teaching an Exploring Technology course that incorporates coding, drones, and 3D design and printing, helping students connect classroom learning to future-ready skills.

Christian Demesa

Third Grade Educator and Robotics Instructor
San Diego Unified School District

With four years of experience teaching elementary students, Christian integrates technology, project-based learning, and STEAM experiences to help students build confidence, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.

Kris Erb

Robotics Outreach Leader
Nevada Robotics at Desert Research Institute

A retired English and computer science educator, Kris supports teacher training and professional development in robotics and drone education. She also assists with student engagement through organized RECF Aerial Drone Competitions, STEM field trips, and outreach events that expand access to hands-on STEM opportunities across Nevada communities.

Michelle Farley

Girl-Powered STEM Coach
Monongalia County School District

After 29 years of teaching English to gifted students and coaching programs ranging from Quiz Bowl to FIRST LEGO League, FTC, and VEX V5, Michelle found her passion in the Aerial Drone Competition. Inspired by her first all-girl VEX team, she continues to champion the Girl-Powered initiative and values the program’s emphasis on real-world skill application.

Emily Flach

Regional Educational Technology Coordinator
Learning Technology Center

Emily is a former technology director and history educator who now consults with and supports school districts in digital learning, technology integration, and infrastructure. She is passionate about helping educators integrate STEM technologies, including tools like CoDrones, into meaningful classroom experiences.

Steven Foxworth

Social Studies Educator and Technology Coach
Polk County Schools

With 12 years of teaching experience in Central Florida, Steven specializes in technology and engineering education. He enjoys helping educators and students engage with emerging technologies while developing skills in engineering design and problem-solving.

Jose Hernandez

Instructional Technology Specialist
Calallen ISD

Jose Hernandez thrives at the intersection of education, technology, and flight. As an instructional technology specialist and drone enthusiast, he brings computer science to life through hands-on coding experiences. With a background in television and broadcasting, Jose has dedicated his career to helping educators and students integrate digital tools effectively.

Jen Hummer

Assistant Professor of STEM Education
West Chester University

Dr. Jenifer Hummer began her career teaching secondary mathematics in New York City before serving as an educational administrator supporting more than 30 public secondary schools. She later earned her Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from the University of Delaware and now teaches STEM and secondary mathematics methods courses at West Chester University, where she also supervises student educators. She enjoys integrating technology into learning, especially through coding on TI calculators and flying Robolink CoDrones.

Karen Hyers

Mathematics Educator and Instructional Lead
Independent School District 622

Karen has served in numerous national and state leadership roles in mathematics education, including AP Reader, AP Calculus Question Leader, APSI Consultant, NCTM Board Member, and past President of the Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Her recent action research focuses on culturally relevant teaching, assessment for learning, and increasing girls’ participation in STEM coursework.

Yun Liu

Physics and AP Computer Science Educator
Dallas ISD

Yun leads the Garza Drone Team and enjoys helping students explore coding and drone technology through hands-on projects and competitive experiences.

Sharon McGee

Computer Science/Programming Pathway Educator
DeKalb County School District

With more than 20 years of experience teaching computer science, Sharon is also a member of CS of Atlanta, a collaborative cohort of educators developing engaging lessons aligned to Georgia’s computer science standards.

Dervon McKellop

Founder & CEO
DRIFT Enterprise Limited

With operations spanning the United States, the Cayman Islands, Jamaica, the British Virgin Islands, and the wider Caribbean, Dervon has built a multi-division drone ecosystem focused on education, workforce development, critical infrastructure inspections, public safety, and emerging technologies. Through the DRIFT Drones in School Program, he has introduced thousands of students to drone coding, aerial robotics, drone soccer, and FAA Part 107 pathways.

Christopher Mockbee

Robotics and CTE Educator
Brooke County School District

Chris has coached robotics teams since 2014 and now leads students in aerial drone competition programs. He enjoys creating hands-on learning opportunities that build teamwork, technical skills, and student confidence through competitive STEM experiences.

Cecil Murphy

Engineering and Career Technical Education Educator
Ocean Springs School District

Cecil has been an educator for 34 years and remains deeply involved in competitive robotics programs. He has coached VEX Robotics for 10 years and aerial drones for four years while also participating in SeaPerch programs that expand student access to hands-on STEM learning.

Saul Nunez

Instructional Technology Specialist
Gadsden Independent School District

Saul has been a STEM advocate for more than 17 years, with a focus on after-school programming. Saul is the creator of the Estemos Unidos STEM Festival and a leader in professional development for educators. He received the TEALS Founder’s Award in 2022 and the CSTA Computer Science Teacher of the Year Award in 2023.

Domingo Ocampo

Seventh Grade Science Educator
Guam Department of Education

Domingo is a DoD STEM Ambassador who is passionate about showing students that STEM extends far beyond equations to include scholarships, internships, and future career opportunities. He encourages students to explore the world around them and discover the possibilities within STEM education.

Jill Outka

Seventh and Eighth Grade STEM Educator
Campbell County School District

Jill has taught technology and STEM in public schools for 18 years and is the author of Teach and Learn with Technology: Theory and Application of Classroom Technology Integration, with a second edition currently in development. Throughout her career, she has taught learners ranging in age from 3 to 93 and also leads a grades 6–8 summer camp through her local college.

David Padilla

Sixth Grade STEM Educator
South San Antonio Independent School District

David is a middle school facilitator and pre-commercial drone instructor committed to student success and educational innovation. He has implemented programs such as SmartLab, AVID, and Buck Institute Project-Based Learning to create engaging learning environments. As one of only two DoD STEM Ambassadors in the San Antonio area, he actively promotes STEM education through community partnerships and real-world experiences.

Daniel Paz

Instructional Technology Specialist
Gadsden ISD

Daniel supports educators through AI literacy initiatives, STEM programming, and meaningful classroom technology integration. He values opportunities to collaborate, connect, and learn alongside fellow educators and educational leaders.

Aimee Peralta

High School Science and Robotics Educator
Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD

Aimee has more than 20 years of experience teaching science, mathematics, engineering, and computer science in the United States. For the past four years, she has served as a high school robotics educator and coach, helping students develop technical and problem-solving skills through competitive robotics.

Michael Quintero

Middle School Robotics Educator
Gulfport School District

An educator and RECF Event Partner for more than a decade, Michael supports competitive excellence in VIQRC, V5RC, and the Aerial Drone Competition. He is committed to fostering teamwork, technical growth, and hands-on learning opportunities for students.

Alejandro Ramos

Fourth Grade Educator
Clint ISD

Alejandro is in his third year of teaching mathematics and science and strives to create a classroom where curiosity and discovery thrive. In addition to his classroom role, he coaches the school’s Drone Club and encourages students to explore STEM through hands-on experiences.

Matt Sherrill

Regional Educational Technology Coordinator
Learning Technology Center

After 15 years as a classroom educator, Matt now develops and leads professional learning programs focused on curricular integration, digital access, and technology infrastructure in east central Illinois. An early adopter of educational technology, he enjoys supporting educators as they build confidence with emerging tools and instructional practices.

Stephanie Shrake

Computer Science Educator
Avon Grove School District

With 14 years of experience teaching computer science, Stephanie was recruited by Avon Grove School District to develop and lead the district’s computer science program. A strong advocate for CSforAll, she has expanded access to computer science through coursework and extracurricular programs, including drone teams, VEX IQ, and the Computer Science Honor Society.

Chris Tarango

Computer Science Educator
Clint ISD

In addition to teaching, Chris serves as the sponsor and coach of the VEX Aerial Drones team at Horizon High School in El Paso, Texas. Now in his third season coaching, he has helped cultivate a growing drone program while integrating drone automation and Python programming into classroom instruction.

Mychal Thomas

Advanced Physics, Physical Science, and Computer Science Educator
Birmingham City School District

With nearly a decade of classroom experience, Mychal serves as his school’s EdTech Coordinator and Robotics Adviser, focusing on integrating innovative tools to support student achievement. A recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, he is a strong advocate for project-based learning and future-ready STEM education.

Jacayla Toson

Curriculum Support Specialist
Miami-Dade County Public Schools

Jacayla has been inspiring young learners since 2006 and is passionate about making STEM learning meaningful and accessible for all students. She currently supports educators in bringing robotics and emerging technologies to life through the EDGE course and other hands-on learning experiences.

Lissette Valle

Founder
Ese Gallo No

Lissette is a librarian, educator, and community advocate who is passionate about sharing knowledge and creating opportunities for others to learn and grow. Through her work, she encourages collaboration, curiosity, and lifelong learning.

Jose Vita Matheus

Learning Strategist
Miami-Dade County Public Schools

Jose brings more than 22 years of teaching experience across mathematics, computer science, robotics, adult education, and higher education. He strives to engage students through innovative instructional strategies and meaningful technology integration.

Sasha Wakefield

Secondary Mathematics Educator
Clio Area Schools

With more than 20 years of classroom experience, Sasha teaches high school mathematics while leading curriculum design, instructional innovation, and data-informed decision-making initiatives within her department. She is passionate about connecting mathematics to real-world problem-solving through technology, coding, and data science. Sasha currently serves as a Texas Instruments Teacher Leader Cadre member and Teach Plus Fellow while pursuing a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership at Oakland University.

Justin Yepez

Fourth Grade Educator
El Paso Independent School District

Justin is an educator and technology enthusiast dedicated to empowering students through robotics, coding, and hands-on STEAM learning. He believes providing students with opportunities to explore real-world technology helps build confidence, creativity, and future-ready skills.

One of the most powerful parts of this community is the willingness to share ideas, support one another, and grow together as educators. Our ambassadors are leading drone initiatives on their campuses, in their districts, and in their state. They are sharing their wealth of knowledge through workshops, conference sessions, and by modeling the kind of collaborative, curious, and innovative mindset they hope to inspire in their students.

If you are interested in joining the Robolink community, a great place to start is through our Certified Educator course, where educators can learn about classroom integration strategies and build confidence with CoDrone EDU. From there, many educators continue growing within the community through collaboration opportunities on our Facebook page, events, and eventually the Ambassador Program, which opens applications twice a year.

Whether you are just beginning your drone education journey or looking to expand an existing STEM program, the Robolink community is full of educators ready to learn, share, and grow alongside you.