Biography
Dr. Rebecca Grella serves as the Coordinator of Science and Technology for the Brentwood Union Free School District, where she leads innovative initiatives that advance STEM education, career and technical education, and the integration of emerging technologies into teaching and learning. A former Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow, she served in the Department of Defense STEM Office, where she contributed to the development of the White House Five-Year Strategic Plan for STEM Education.
Dr. Grella is passionate about creating authentic, hands-on learning experiences that prepare students for success in college, careers, and civic life. Throughout her career, she has championed equitable access to high-quality science, technology, engineering, and agricultural education programs, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning, sustainability, workforce readiness, and real-world problem-solving.
Through collaboration with educators, administrators, community organizations, and industry partners, she develops programs that inspire curiosity, creativity, and student achievement, empowering students to thrive in an ever-evolving global society.
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