When evaluating a drone program for schools, the most valuable insights come from fellow educators who are already in the classroom. In this testimonial, Kimberly O’Dell, a STEM teacher with 22 years of experience at South Clinton Elementary, shares the tangible impact Rocket Drones has had on her students and her teaching experience.
Kimberly highlights powerful stories of transformation, including seeing young girls move from hesitancy to confidence, declaring “And that’s how it’s done” after mastering flight skills. She also notes significant behavioral changes, where students actively chose participation in the drone team over negative behaviors—a shift clearly noticed by other teachers.
Beyond student outcomes, Kimberly emphasizes the unparalleled level of support she receives. She describes it as the best technical support in her two-decade career, citing immediate assistance via FaceTime or Zoom rather than waiting on support tickets. From in-person coach training where students learned to rebuild drones on-site, to a collaborative platform connecting coaches across schools, Rocket Drones provides the infrastructure educators need to succeed.