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AISD opens new STEM center
Wednesday, October 20, 2021 by Tai Moses
In partnership with Dell Technologies, Austin ISD is opening a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) learning center at Northeast Early College High School. A ribbon-cutting celebration for the center’s grand opening this morning will feature leaders from AISD and Dell as well as McLaren Formula 1 drivers Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo, who will talk about the role STEM plays in racing. According to the news release, the center has been designed “to simulate a cybersecurity industry workplace. The new center includes a working data center, state-of-the-art computer labs, virtual reality and esports areas with flexible furniture.” 11:15 a.m, Wednesday, Oct. 20, Northeast Early College High School, 7104 Berkman Dr.
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