Dr. Heather Bleecker, founder of Edutorium of Excellence LLC, is an experienced educator and consultant committed to culturally sustainable STEM learning and strong school and community partnerships. With a Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction and over twenty years in mathematics education, she has focused her career on supporting pre-service teachers, coaching in-service teachers, and designing STEM programs that honor place and community. From 2018 to 2025, Dr. Bleecker served at Salish Kootenai College, where she led the secondary math and early childhood programs. Her work is guided by a commitment to hands-on, inquiry-based learning that expands access and builds student confidence. She has led multiple SKC STEM summer camps, contributing to curricula design, mentor preparation, and evaluation to ensure meaningful and community-connected STEM experiences.