Lake Forest High School
MaryBeth Robbins, a 2016 graduate of Lake Forest High School, is an Architectural Designer at StudioJAED in Bear, Delaware. She primarily works on K–12 school and higher education projects, as well as state-funded initiatives. MaryBeth is also preparing for her Architect’s License in Delaware, continuing to advance her professional expertise in the field.
MaryBeth’s career path began with the Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) CTE program at Lake Forest. She first learned AutoCAD as a freshman—skills she continues to use daily more than a decade later. Her teacher, Mrs. Kristen Zeman, challenged and encouraged her both in class and through extracurricular opportunities such as the Technology Student Association (TSA). Through TSA, MaryBeth gained unique experiences in public speaking, networking, and competing with peers across the state and nation, further sharpening her technical and leadership skills.
After high school, MaryBeth earned a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Tennessee. She credits her CTE background for giving her a strong head start in college, helping her stand out in interviews, and shaping her professional networking skills. Today, she reflects on her CTE and TSA experiences as pivotal to her growth, providing not only valuable technical skills but also lifelong memories and opportunities to represent her school at state and national levels.
