OUR MISSION
PROVIDE PRACTICAL PATHWAYS
TO PROSPERITY
"ROBO" JOE PANEITZ
Founder/Owner
20+ Years education
Founder of Iconic Drone Education
Region IV Texas Teacher of the Year
Certified Drone Pilot
JOSH BEATTY
Chief Operating Officer & Director of Sales
4+ Years in Education Support
Certified Drone Pilot
LINDSEY KELLY
Chief of Business Development
4 Years in education
Certified Drone Pilot
MARY RUGGLES
Director of Teacher Support & Curriculum Development
25+ Years in education
Certified Drone Pilot
DAVID JACKSON
Sales Manager - Southern USA
5+ Years in education
Certified Drone Pilot
COURTNEY CARLTON
Iconic Ground School Manager
10 Years in education
Certified Drone Pilot
CERINA ZAMORA
Curriculum & Support
21 Years in education
Certified Drone Pilot
Student
Success
Many students have gone on to pursue higher education and careers in drone technology. For example, graduates have become licensed drone pilots, started their own drone businesses, and received university acceptance letters to study drone technology.
Enhanced
Learning
The program has integrated drones into various subjects, making learning more engaging and practical. Students learn essential concepts in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) through hands-on drone activities, which helps them understand complex topics more easily.
Career
Preparation
By offering FAA Part 107 certification test prep, the program prepares students for careers in the rapidly growing field of drone technology. This certification allows students to fly drones commercially, opening up numerous job opportunities.
Collaborative
Engagement
The program has cultivated community and collaboration among students, teachers, and schools, while also promoting dynamic opportunities for intra-district projects and program growth.
Our Team
All Part 107 Certified Remote Pilot's, our team is dedicated to supporting educators on their mission to impact student lives!