Walton HS STEM program gets visit from Project Lead the Way

Before the school year ended, the Caterpillar Foundation and Project Lead the Way (PLTW) visited Walton High School to visit students preparing for STEM careers.

The visit included discussions with district and school leaders, followed by a tour of Walton’s robotics facility, where students showcased the impact of expanded STEM opportunities.

Here’s more from the Cobb County School District, which also submitted the photos:

Through support from the Caterpillar Foundation and PLTW, Cobb Schools has brought computer science education to all middle schools, creating a strong foundation for advanced STEM learning in high school.

“The Caterpillar Foundation focuses on workforce readiness, and partnerships like Project Lead the Way help us bring advanced manufacturing and digital technology opportunities to students across the country,” said Caterpillar Foundation President Asha Varghese.

Walton students say the program’s hands-on learning and mentorship have strengthened their engineering, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, helping them succeed in competitive robotics.

“We can’t just hope students are prepared—we have to work together to make sure they are,” said Dr. David Dimmett, President and CEO of PLTW. “The students we met today are well on their way to future success.”

The partnership continues to strengthen STEM education across Cobb Schools, equipping students with the skills needed for college, careers, and the workforce of tomorrow.