Our Mission:

STEM Careers.

We enable and empower students in the DC metropolitan area to pursue careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

 
 
 
News from the Sandra Lee Heyman Foundation
Expert in Psychology, Human Factors, Acoustics, and Artificial Intelligence Counsels STEM Fellows to “Just Say YES!”
Expert in Psychology, Human Factors, Acoustics, and Artificial Intelligence Counsels STEM Fellows to “Just Say YES!”

Dr. Yvonne Masakowski, a seasoned researcher and professor with experience spanning the U.S. Navy, NATO, industry, and academia, recently spoke with Sandra Lee Heyman Foundation STEM Career Awareness Fellows about the power of hands-on experience. She encouraged them to seek internships and research opportunities, emphasizing that saying “yes” to new experiences can open doors to unexpected and exciting career paths.

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Software Engineer Describes His Journey – Including Stops at Start-ups, Large Firm, and Giant Global Tech Company
Software Engineer Describes His Journey – Including Stops at Start-ups, Large Firm, and Giant Global Tech Company

Chetan Sabnis, a software engineering director at Google, shared his journey from studying electrical engineering to leading teams that deliver critical societal information through Google Search. Emphasizing adaptability and passion, he encouraged pursuing personal projects, building communication skills, and taking initiative to thrive in the ever-evolving tech industry.

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Washington Insider Expresses Optimism About STEM’s Contributions to Policy, Economy, and Workforce
Washington Insider Expresses Optimism About STEM’s Contributions to Policy, Economy, and Workforce

Bruce Mehlman, founder and partner of Mehlman Consulting, recently shared with Sandra Lee Heyman STEM Career Awareness Fellows his take on the hottest tech policy topics on Washington’s radar, highlighting positive developments, very tough issues, and how they affect prospects for those thinking about a career in STEM.

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Class 6 Fellows Announced!

A record number of high school students from Montgomery County and Baltimore in Maryland from 16 different schools have been selected for our Class 6!

Thinking about joining Class 7 to begin in January 2026? Visit our Apply page to learn more!

 
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The Fellowship

The core component of The Sandra Lee Heyman Foundation is an 18-month long Fellowship for high school students who enjoy science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and are curious to learn more about exciting potential careers in these areas. Fellows will meet with STEM leaders, visit leading STEM institutions in the DC area, and access peers and mentors to support career exploration in STEM.

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The Sandra Heyman Higher Mathematics Award

For over 20 years, the Sandra Heyman Higher Mathematics Award has been awarded to a high performing math student at Richard Montgomery High School, the school where Sandra Heyman was a math teacher for over a decade. Winners are commemorated on a plaque that hangs in the school’s math department and given a cash award.

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Get Involved

Want to get involved? Let us know how—we would love to hear from you! We offer a variety of ways to get involved to further out mission.

 

APPLY FOR THE FELLOWSHIP

Students interested in applying for the Fellowship should contact us here. We would love to hear from you!

Volunteer opportunities

Interested in speaking with or mentoring our current, past, and future Fellows? Please let us know.

Make a Donation

Make a financial donation to help fund the operations of our Fellowship. All donations are tax deductible.