Our Team
StemStrong is driven by passionate high school students dedicated to sharing their love of STEM with as many children as possible in their community. Get to know the team below!
Co-Founders
Avi Abrol
Avi Abrol is an Honors student at Council Rock High School North with a strong interest in environmental science and research with a hands-on approach to solving real-world problems in STEM education. As Chief Science Officer for his high school, Avi has raised over $1500 in grants to support STEM education in the community. His research has earned him multiple awards from sponsors and five years of placing first place at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science regional and state competitions. Outside school and research, Avi is a ranked competitive squash player and was nominated US Squash Scholar Athlete. He is a PADI-Certified Scuba Diver and enjoys fishing, playing golf, skiing, collecting coins and spending time with his family and friends. He prioritizes curiosity, collaboration, and community service.
Dillon Lind
Dillon Lind is an Honors student at Council Rock High School North with a passion for science, research, and exploring how STEM can make a meaningful impact on our world. He serves as Chief Science Officer for his high school, raising over $1500 in grants and has earned multiple awards for his scientific research, including repeated first-place recognition at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science regional and state competitions. His interests span environmental and biological sciences, and he particularly enjoys designing experiments which investigate real-world problems. Outside the classroom, Dillon is a dedicated baseball pitcher and player at Council Rock North and enjoys skiing, tennis, golf and spending time with friends & family. He values curiosity, teamwork, and giving back to his community.
Volunteers
Aravind Chandrashekar
Site Leader, Morrisville Library
Aravind Chandrashekar is an honors student at Council Rock High School North in Newtown. His interest in math and science started very early and has been very successful at local and regional science fairs over the years. Community service, particularly STEM education, is also a keen interest. In his spare time, he enjoys racket sports, keeping up with current events and Indian culture.
Akash Sitapara
Site Leader, Trenton Library
Akash Sitapara is an honors student at Council Rock North High School with a strong interest in STEM, inspired by his love of cars. He also plays varsity tennis and enjoys staying active, while being motivated to help others learn and succeed.
Susannah McDonald
Site Leader, Wrightstown Library
Susannah McDonald is an honors student at Council Rock North High School. She participates in as many school-sponsored activities as she can fit in. When she is not studiously completing her schoolwork, she enjoys baking, performing in musical theater and competitive jump rope.
Derek Lind
Site Leader, Faust Elementary School
Derek Lind is a CRN honors student. His interests in math and science started early. He has participated in multiple elementary school and middle school science fairs, and has won numerous awards for his work. He also excels in athletics and enjoys a variety of sports such as basketball, baseball, golf and tennis. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with family and friends
Seth McDonald
Site Leader, Rush Elementary School
Seth McDonald is an honors student at Council Rock North High School. He loves competition, both in school with grades and at the rink, where he plays ice hockey. He’s an avid gamer and hiker and a roller coaster enthusiast.
Lucas Gard
Social Media
Lucas Gard is an honors student at Council Rock High School North with an interest in STEM and a strong desire to give back to his community. As a soccer player, he constantly pushes himself and his teammates to improve on and off the field. Outside of academics and athletics, Lucas values spending time with family and friends.
Enzo
Site Volunteer
Vincenzo (“Enzo”) is an honors student at Council Rock HS. His passion for science, engineering and architecture began in elementary school when he spent hours building various sets. He is also pasionate about music and is an accomplished trumpet player. He has been chosen for all county band every year every since 8th grade.Demo
