STEM+C
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Math + Creativity)
STEM+C was founded to provide an inspirational and practical hands-on learning experience for students interested in robotics, aeronautics, and software.
We strive to be a community resource of knowledge and experience.
We want to provide the best tools and modern technologies so that students are using industry approved tools, equipment and technologies while learning.
We want to modernize the approach to learning and get back to understanding that hands-on trial and error are an important part of the learning process.
At STEM+C we engage, mentor, and facilitate students of all ages with our projects, programs, and challenges in aeronautics, robotics, and software coding.
We are an organization of career professionals working with students and teachers to help them better understand career paths in some of the most exciting and rewarding technical careers in today’s economy.
We provide hands-on classroom instruction, mentorship, guidance, insights, and advice to help students pave a career path. It is vital that we engage youth and our educators with hands-on experiences.
STEM+C strives to develop science and engineering literate students who will excel in the future workforce. We are here to help nurture students’ interest in these fields.
We bring our programs into local schools. In addition to our in-school programs, we provide after school community-based programs that enable us to reach more students than we can reach by working with just one school. These programs are open to students in K-16.
Yes, college students work with us, along with adults who wish to learn. Our programs and projects are our attempt to inspire and engage the next generation of scientists, engineers, and technical operators.
Our Mission Statement
To provide the most fun, hands-on learning to students of all ages interested in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through a Creative thought process. Our focus is in the areas of Aeronautics, Software, and Robotics.
Meet The Team!
Steven Klass
Steven Klass, Founder - Robotics / Software, FTC Coach and Facilitator
Paul Kaup
Paul Kaup, STEM+C Founder, STEM+C Facilitator, UAV/UAS Instructor, Rocketry Instructor
Deirdre Morhet, Accountant, STEM+C Facilitator
Deirdre joined the STEM+C team as our accountant and as a facilitator. Deirdre has worked as a NASA engineer, and she founded BASC Expertise located in Gilbert Arizona. Deirdre brings a wealth of business expertise, as well as having a background in engineering and being a part of the aerospace industry.
Jim Ausloos, STEM+C Facilitator, UAV/UAS Instructor
James is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch. Focuses are, unmanned aerial vehicle construction, systems integration, UAV flight training and racing. He enjoys multi-rotor (UAV) long range missions and freestyle flying. Jim is engaged in working with long-range UAV vehicle development for future BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) regulations.
Shawn Quinn, STEM+C Facilitator, UAV/UAS Instructor
Shawn works as a Senior Engineer designing physical and virtual server infrastructure at American Express. He has been flying R/C models since grade school. He got his private pilot's license via a PPL Ground School class at Gilbert High School and the follow on Discovery Flight sealed the deal for getting licensed. Today Shawn is an avid FPV Fixed Wing and multirotor enthusiast.
David Bradshaw, STEM+C Facilitator, UAV/UAS Instructor
David is a Captain at Southwest Airlines and has been working for the airlines since 2004. Dave is an FAA-certified Pilot (Transport w/Commercial privileges) and Flight Instructor (Single, Multiengine, and Instrument; A/B-737; A/BE-1900): Dave has been flying RC models since 7th grade for a total of 43 years experience with Model RC.
David Haase
STEM+C Facilitator, UAV/UAS Instructor
David is a First Officer at Southwest Airlines. He has over 20 years of flying experience as a commercially rated pilot as well as several years of UAV/UAS operator experience working with Textron Aviation.
Bob Hunter
Bob is a Software Engineer in the Industrial automation sector, and is an avid UAV / UAS Pilot, Racer, and Instructor. He is an Associate vice president for the Academy of Model Aeronautics district 10 and also serves as a board member for several clubs.
Meet the Student Facilitators.
Jett Peterfreund
Jett Peterfreund, STEM+C Facilitator, and aircraft appearance technician. I am currently working on my Private Pilot license, I enjoy the outdoors, and I love making a difference in my community. I have been involved with STEM+C since 2017.
Anson Knoblach
Anson Knoblach, STEM+C Facilitator, and aircraft appearance technician. I enjoy working on Near Space Balloon projects, flying UAV/AUS, and rockets. I have been working with STEM+C since the fall of 2021.
Gerrit Kaup
Gerrit Kaup, STEM+C Facilitator and UAV/UAS Instructor Pilot. I am majoring in Aeronautical Engineering. I have been involved with STEM+C since a very early age working with my dad.
Board of Directors
Lisa Hoberg
Lisa Hoberg manages Membership Services for Greater Phoenix Leadership, an organization of leading CEOs influencing state policy in the areas of education, workforce development, community infrastructure and social impact.