Austin ISD Unveils New Cybersecurity Learning Center

The new STEM learning center fits in with the school’s program that allows students to attend Austin Community College for free. (Courtesy Austin ISD)

Austin ISD will unveil its new science, technology, engineering and math learning center on October 20th. Formula 1 racers will attend the severing of the ribbon to discuss with students how STEM plays an important role in racing, according to a press release from Austin ISD.

The new center in Northeast Early College High School simulates a cybersecurity workspace with a data center, computer labs, and virtual reality and esports areas with flexible furniture, according to the press release.

Students complete the P-TECH professional and technology training program in the new learning center built by AISD and Dell Technologies. The program will allow students to earn an associate degree in cybersecurity from Austin Community College while attending high school, the statement said.

Four days before the US Grand Prix returns, McLaren F1 drivers Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo will lead the ribbon cutting ceremony on October 20, the press release said. Promoting STEM learning in schools, McLaren Racing has released a video series for children to learn from Dell and McLaren employees about the physics, speed, health and technology in F1 racing.