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Valerie Fahel-Schaffer, Information Technology Specialist
Email:  vschaffer @s2temsc. org
Phone: (864) 596-8452

Valerie Fahel-Schaffer is an experienced IT Specialist at S²TEM Centers SC, where she has been a valued team member since March 1999. In her current role, she leads the design, development, and administration of applications and databases that support the infrastructure of the SCCMS family. She manages the organization’s Office 365 and SharePoint environments and oversees the design, development, and maintenance of the iMAGINE STEAM Festival website. Valerie also provides training and support to colleagues in the effective use of technology and software tools.

Valerie is passionate about creating innovative, user-centered solutions that enhance organizational efficiency. She leverages Microsoft Power Platform tools—including Power Apps and Power Automate—to streamline workflows and build custom applications tailored to the needs of her team. Her work reflects a strong commitment to practical, scalable technology that empowers users and improves collaboration across the organization.

A lifelong learner, Valerie holds a Master of Science in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) from DePaul University, a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology: Web Development from Liberty University Online, and studied computer science with a mathematics concentration at the University of South Carolina in Spartanburg. In 2025, she began pursuing a second Master of Science degree in Computer Science, further deepening her technical expertise and dedication to continuous growth.