SARASOTA ~ During the 2026 NLGA Spring Business Meeting, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera proudly accepted the NLGA STEM Scholarship on behalf of Liberty Point International Middle School in Pueblo West, Colorado. This prestigious scholarship program awarded 12 schools from 12 different states and territories with up to $1,000 each for STEM-related curriculum, equipment, and projects.

Liberty Point International Middle School stood out among the other recipients due to their exceptional rocketry program. The school's program will provide students with hands-on experience through a mock mission to Mars, allowing them to learn about Colorado's thriving aerospace industry. This mock mission will serve as a semester capstone for 7th and 8th grade students in the school's Flight & Space Classes.

According to Lt. Governor Primavera, "These students are gaining valuable skills at a truly exciting moment. Colorado is home to the largest private aerospace economy per capita in the nation." She also emphasized the importance of programs like Liberty Point's rocketry curriculum in ensuring that the pipeline of talent continues to grow and reflect the diversity of Colorado's population. By investing in STEM education in communities like Pueblo, Lt. Governor Primavera believes that they are not just teaching students about rockets but also opening doors to careers in an industry that is shaping Colorado's future.

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This is not the first time that a Colorado school has been recognized with this scholarship. In fact, Liberty Point International Middle School joins Strasburg High School (2022) and Englewood Middle School (2025) as previous award recipients from Colorado. These schools represent different regions of the state, showcasing the wide range of STEM opportunities available for all Coloradans.

In addition to accepting this scholarship on behalf of Liberty Point International Middle School, Lt. Governor Primavera also announced that she will be hosting the 2026 NLGA Annual Meeting in Denver from July 22-24, 2026. The meeting will feature collaborative programming throughout the week, including celebrations of America's 250th birthday and Colorado's 150th celebration of statehood. This event will provide an opportunity for leaders from across the country to come together and discuss important issues, such as STEM education and its impact on the future of our nation.

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