About us at STARBASE Houston!

Inspiring future leaders through hands-on STEAM education since 1994

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Whether you’re sharing your expertise or simply lending a helping hand, your involvement can spark curiosity and build confidence in young minds.   

Together, we can shape the future—one student at a time. Get involved today and make a lasting impact!

Meet Our STARBASE Houston Team

Our team is committed to creating an engaging and inspiring learning environment for every student we serve.

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Dr. Tanisha Lemelle
Director

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Andrea Evans
Deputy Director

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Jessica Caraveo
Office Manager / Lead Teacher

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Lisa Earehart
Curriculum Specialist /
Lead Teacher

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Natosha Bailey
Program Specialist / Outreach Coordinator

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Haley Moore
Teacher's Assistant

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Lead Teacher

Our Board of Directors

Larry Weriski

President

Col. William G. Pettit

Vice President

Loraine Guillen

Treasurer

Winter Bush

Secretary

Katherine Von Wupperfeld

Member at Large

David Segura

Member at Large

Randy Davis

Member at Large

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Dr. LaRachelle Smith

Member at Large

How We Partner with the Community

STARBASE Houston partners with local military units, NASA, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the Coast Guard to provide students with diverse learning experiences. These partnerships connect students with professionals who have successful STEAM careers and serve as mentors​….

We also collaborate with community leaders, industry professionals, and volunteers who enhance our programs and help students access future career opportunities in STEAM.

Military partnerships

Collaborations with NASA and industry professionals

Community outreach initiatives

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