Homewood Science Center Awards Aesha Jackson STEM Leader Award to Two Students
The Homewood Science Center has awarded the Aesha Jackson STEM Leader Award to two students from Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Annie Ford and Janell Robertson. This award, presented during the Girls STEAM celebration on April 11, honors the memory of Aesha Jackson, an alumna of the school and a passionate advocate for STEAM education. Jackson, who passed away in 2024, was dedicated to mentoring young people, particularly girls, in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). The award aims to recognize students who not only excel academically but also inspire and engage younger students in STEAM fields. Nominees for the award were required to create a three-minute presentation to engage middle school students, sharing personal experiences or demonstrating innovative ideas. The award is funded by the Jackson family with support from Optiver and is intended to be an annual recognition. 
