Northern Virginia Science Center

What a fantastic night at the Roots and Legacies Gala hosted by the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties! The Science Center was out in full force, with Nohman Ishaq, MSML, Alicia Liddle, Brad Davis, Kathleen Coulter, and Lisa E. Max joining the celebration. A huge thanks to our Advisory Board Member and Launch the Future Campaign Committee Co-Chair, Casey Veatch, for emceeing the night and bringing the energy! ? A special shoutout to our very own Founders Society member, Carol Barbe, who was honored as Philanthropist of the Year! ?? We couldn’t be prouder to be part of such an inspiring evening celebrating roots, legacies, and the incredible spirit of giving. #LaunchTheFuture

For Nannette Henderson and Brian Henderson, it all started with Family Science Night. They have volunteered for this program from when their own children were elementary schoolers all the way to today, when one daughter is an elementary school teacher! We’re honored to have decades-long supporters like the Hendersons, and excited to welcome them to the #LaunchtheFuture campaign as Element Partners! Read their story here: https://lnkd.in/eyJteuP3

“Education happens in many places,” says Leidos’ Director of Corporate Social Responsibility, Daniel Pellegrom. “What we value about the new Science Center is the diversity of students and ages who can benefit.” We’re thrilled to welcome Leidos as an Element Partner in our Launch the Future campaign. Thanks, Leidos! Read more about their commitment by clicking the link below: https://lnkd.in/e4uJTFzt #LaunchTheFuture #NOVAnonprofit #ScienceForAll #STEMEducation #MakingSmartSmarter

Investing in local STEM education is a smart business choice, too! It’s part of what drew tech entrepreneur and investor Paul Leslie to join the #LaunchtheFuture campaign. “We have to grow our own talent here,” Paul shared, “and you have to grab children’s attention for them to focus on STEM. That investment belongs in education, and it will help us grow a sustainable, local labor market.” We’re proud to welcome the Paul and Julia Leslie family to the #LaunchTheFuture campaign. Read more about their story here: https://lnkd.in/eTP9rWQS

A special thanks to Science Center champion and Unanet Founder Fran Craig for making it possible for the Science Center to attend and celebrate this year's Laurels and scholarship winners.?

?? Congratulations to Sumeet Shrivastava, Board Chair of the Northern Virginia Science Center Foundation, on being inducted into the FCPS Alumni Hall of Fame last night! ?? This prestigious honor recognizes former Fairfax County Public Schools students who have made significant contributions to their field and communities—locally, nationally, and globally. Sumeet's remarkable leadership and dedication to advancing STEM education in Northern Virginia will make a lasting impact, and this recognition is truly well-deserved. ?? We are proud to celebrate your achievements and look forward to the continued positive influence you bring to our community! #FCPSAlumni #FCPS #HallOfFame #Leadership #STEM #LaunchTheFuture Pictured Left to Right: Casey Veatch, Sumeet Shrivastava, Joya Shrivastava, daughter Janya, Jenn Brunner Educate Fairfax

Big congratulations to our amazing partners in the #LaunchTheFuture campaign for being recognized on this year’s Virginia 500 list of most influential leaders! ?? Their impact reaches far beyond our community as they champion the future of #STEMeducation in Northern Virginia. We're proud to work alongside these all-around trailblazers as they continue to shape the future! #Leadership #Innovation #STEM Buddy Rizer Jeff Bentley Robert Blue DeEtte Gray John Mengucci Patrick Ryan Tom Bell Delbert Parks

We’re delighted to welcome the Roberts family as Element Partners in the #LaunchTheFuture campaign to build the Northern Virginia Science Center.“This is an extraordinary opportunity for our community,” shares Bruce Roberts. “And with 15 grandkids,13 in Leesburg, we’ve somewhat of a vested interest!” Thanks to Bruce, Rachel, and the Roberts family for being such extraordinary partners. Read their story here: https://lnkd.in/eWxnvsHW