Dacia is known as an internationally-recognized educator who travels the country inspiring teachers and administrators alike to integrate STEM into everyday instruction. A regular presenter at marquee education events such as NSTA, ISTE, and SXSW EDU, Dacia has been empowering educators to engage students through STEM for more than 20 years. She is known world-wide for her innovative approach to learning and is passionate about building relationships, building the culture of STEM, and building capacity. ​ She created "Engage, Inspire, Expect, and Inform" eight years ago to help inspire a new generation of teachers and encourage the seasoned ones. The newest STEM model includes providing STEM professional development to schools and districts. In the past two years, Dacia and her husband founded an education nonprofit. They know that students around the world have the ability to solve problems. They aspire to give them opportunities to do that every single day. They travel around the country, filming in National Parks, in order to bring real-world experiences to students, families, and teachers. They research the challenges that National Parks face and then write STEM content that teachers and parents can introduce to their students and children. Each experience includes a look at the park, its history, its place in the world, and the impact it has on those around it. They include a STEM challenge connected to one of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Goals. These goals are ones that affect us all! They also host professional learning communities at National Parks to connect, collaborate, and create their content to share with their students upon return.