Casey Suarez

Casey Suarez Ortega, a senior at Metro Tech High School, is a passionate and driven future engineer. She holds a 4.0 GPA, certifications in HTML, CSS, and Python, and has pursued advanced coursework in cybersecurity and app design. As the Vice President of Women in Computer Science and SkillsUSA, she’s used her platform to encourage more girls to enter STEM fields.

Casey grew up in a hardworking immigrant family, which helped shape her strong sense of purpose and perseverance. She’s volunteered extensively at St. Vincent de Paul, participated in leadership programs, and has taken college-level courses through the ACE program at Phoenix College. Her accomplishments include placing in local tech competitions and mentoring younger students interested in technology.

Casey plans to attend Arizona State University to study software engineering. Her dream is to create technology that is not only innovative but also inclusive. Casey Suarez Ortega’s story is one of leadership, resilience, and unwavering commitment to opening doors for the next generation.