Building belonging: How GeekWire’s STEM Educator of the Year uses Legos to bridge the tech gap

Project LEDO founder Fidel Ferrer, second from left, working with Lego robotics students in his program. (Project LEDO Photo) Through Lego robotics and a STEM curriculum, Project LEDO serves as both an inspiration and a safety net for low-income kids and students of color in Portland, Ore., and surrounding areas. “In a climate where school funds no longer cover vital STEM enrichment, Project LEDO serves as a consistent and reliable pillar,” said Cynthia Kieffer, principal of Portland’s Lent Elem