Meet the Experts Who Develop Our STEM Education Programs
To fulfill our mission of making STEM education accessible and promoting innovation across the country, our education team collaborates with National Inventors Hall of Fame® Inductees to create new program curricula each year.
By integrating 21st-century learning with fun, hands-on activities, our team ensures that each STEM education program not only aligns with state and national education standards, but also provides the next generation of inventors with skills that last a lifetime.
Rachelle Albrechta
(Director of Program Development)
Rachelle guides the design of National Inventors Hall of Fame education programs. A team member for more than a decade, she was instrumental in launching the expansion of Camp Invention. Rachelle’s background includes developing and facilitating programs and curricula for nonprofits and the publishing industry, as well as teaching Montessori and gifted programs. She holds a bachelor’s degree in art education and a master’s in education as a gifted intervention specialist. She is also a certified Dream Manager.
Matthew Carter
(Standards and Community Outreach Specialist)
Matthew ensures that each of our programs is designed to reach and engage children in a manner that is standards-aligned. With 15 years of K-12 classroom and administration experience, he inspires students to think critically and creatively and supports teachers in this process. He engages with community partners and helps enrich learning ecosystems. Matthew holds a bachelor’s degree in organizational communication, a master’s in both curriculum and instruction and theological studies, and a professional certificate from the University of South Florida.
Jayme Cellitioci
(Senior Director of Education)
Jayme strategically leads vision and strategy for the National Inventors Hall of Fame education programs and offerings. She is nationally engaged in moving the needle on invention education as a vehicle for building STEM and creative problem-solving skills as well as Intellectual Property Literacy and entrepreneurship. Jayme oversees Inductee integration, museum exhibit and event script writing, and is actively involved in research-based initiatives. A leader and member of our education team for more than a decade, Jayme holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology/biology, a master’s in creativity and change leadership, and a professional certificate in free-choice learning.
Ashley Giordano
(Manager of Program Management)
Ashley guides the tactical details of our large-scale programs, including product development and dissemination. Having been with the National Inventors Hall of Fame since 2018, Ashley is currently engaged in research on behalf of the organization as a member of the Strategic Data Project Fellowship, a program of the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University. She holds a master’s degree in history and a museum studies certificate from the University of Delaware.
Susie Duchon
(Education Specialist)
Susie is an experienced and dedicated education specialist with a passion for inspiring and empowering children to transform their lives through the power of education. With over 19 years of experience in various roles in the education field, including teaching Camp Invention, Susie deeply understands learning styles and needs. Her infectious enthusiasm for education positively impacts children's lives and promotes the I Can Invent® Mindset. She is a Creative Education Foundation trained Ideator.
Rachel Lutes
(Curriculum Writer)
Rachel develops highly engaging, innovative curricula and provides dynamic training experiences to departments throughout the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Rachel started her career at NIHF over 7 years ago, providing valuable support to families who attended Camp Invention. She also brings priceless firsthand experience as a Camp Invention Instructor and a passion for student-centered learning to her curricula writing. She holds a bachelor’s degree in middle childhood education with a focus in mathematics and ELA.
Emily Mitchell
(Senior Content Writer)
Emily leads media script writing for National Inventors Hall of Fame program development, and applies her background in creative strategy and marketing to curriculum writing and communication efforts. For the past 10 years, she has designed STEM-based experiences that engage children’s natural curiosity and provide an effective structure for investigation. Her ability to make complex science tangible is a key asset to our programs. Emily holds a bachelor’s degree in advertising from Kent State University.
Sarah Moore
(Project Administrator)
Sarah takes pride in her organizational skills and values collaboration in her work as a project administrator. She has gained varied experiences through her work in higher education, including residence life, safety and student engagement. Sarah holds a master’s degree in higher education administration and student affairs from Kent State University, a bachelor’s in human development, and a bachelor’s in French from the University of Mount Union.
Amalia Morales
(Spanish Curricula & Communications Translator)
Amalia is responsible for crafting Spanish translations of invention education program content and assisting with special projects. Her role requires strong skills in content adaptation, technical translation, and attention to detail in preserving the integrity of complex STEM concepts across languages. Amalia's expertise in these areas ensures that our programs resonate with multilingual audiences while maintaining high educational standards. Amalia holds a bachelor’s degree in communication from Bloomfield College and a master’s degree in education from Saint Peter’s College.
Sara Pompeo
(Editor)
Sara’s detail-oriented nature, as well as her communication and collaboration skills, are valuable assets to our education team as a resident editor. During her undergraduate studies, she was a reporter and editor for Youngstown State University's newspaper, and she went on to serve as a production assistant and web editor for a Youngstown-area TV station. Sara holds a bachelor’s degree in professional and technical writing with a professional area of study in journalism.
Maggie Saine
(Spanish Services Lead & Education Specialist)
Maggie leads the Spanish Services team at the National Inventors Hall of Fame, where she focuses on broadening the organization’s reach and providing accessible experiences for schools, students, and families nationwide. Collaborating with the education department, she plays an integral role in researching and designing education programs for future innovators as an education specialist. Prior to working at NIHF, Maggie taught university-level Spanish courses and contributed to the development of an open-source, online linguistics textbook. Her sharp attention to detail, coupled with excellent communication and teamwork skills, greatly enhances our program initiatives. Maggie holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in Spanish from Ohio University.
Jennifer Sitton
(Director of Science & Product Development)
Jennifer applies her expertise to leading the integration of cutting-edge STEM into curricula and developing customized, one-of-a-kind take-home products. She has developed education programs and managed processes for the National Inventors Hall of Fame for more than a decade. Jennifer guides science content throughout the organization, including museum exhibit writing and communication pieces. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biopsychology, a master’s in cell and organismal biology, and a doctorate in biology, specializing in science education.