The Honolulu District and the government of American Samoa signed a Memorandum of Agreement Jan. 2 to formalize a partnership for the Corps to sponsor STEM activities in American Samoa schools. The goal is to advance science, technology, engineering and math education in local schools. This partnership aligns with the focus of the White House, Department of Education, and the Chief of Engineers to prepare students for STEM careers in the 21st Century global economy. Representing the Corps was District Commander Lt. Col. Thomas D. Asbery. Representing American Samoa was Lt. Gov. Lemanu Peleti Mauga.