Cheryl Lydon is a highly accomplished STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) program manager and education leader with a vast background in education. Cheryl Lydon's passion for STEM education and experience began early on when she studied Biology at Washington State University, followed by a master's in Science Education at Western Washington University before pursuing a professional career in education. Cheryl Lydon has also completed a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership at the University of Washington.

Cheryl Lydon has a history of working in STEM education and has held various positions in this area. She is currently the STEM Program Manager at Puget Sound ESD in Washington State, where she works with educators, leaders, and partners to develop learning systems that empower students to wrestle with new skills and new ideas.

Before joining Puget Sound ESD, Cheryl Lydon worked as the Statewide Math/Science Director at Washington State ESD System and as a Science Coordinator at Denver Public Schools. She has also worked as a Program Administrator Intern at Bellevue School District and a Principal Intern at Seattle & Edmonds School Districts before taking up Consultancy with National Science Resources Center.

Cheryl Lydon has a wealth of experience in STEM education and a strong commitment to empowering teachers, students, and leaders to promote STEM education. Her background includes a broad range of expertise, including Science on Wheels Manager at Pacific Science Center, Science Education Associate at Pacific Science Center, 8th Grade Teacher at St. John School, and Junior High School Teacher at Our Lady of Lourdes, Vancouver. Cheryl Lydon also worked as an Adjunct Faculty at Seattle Pacific University, Western Washington University.

Overall, Cheryl Lydon's extensive background in STEM education, leadership, and consultancy makes her an invaluable asset to the field, a tireless advocate of student empowerment, and an inspiration for those who aspire to careers in education.