They'll have about 50 graduating seniors walking the stage at the Wagner Noel in May. Author: Rachel Ripp (News West9) Published: 12:35 PM CST February 2, 2021 Updated: 12:35 PM CST February 2, 2021 ODESSA, Texas — High school graduation is on the horizon for seniors at UTPB STEM Academy, but this year is extremely special for them. "We're so proud of our seniors and all the hard work that they've done," Shannon Davidson, superintendent said. Teachers and administrators at UTPB STEM Academy have been waiting for this great feat, graduating their very first class of seniors. "It has this really big accomplishment feeling because now we get to watch those same exact students that we started in a dance studio with, walk the stage at the Wagner," Candi Sikes, instructional coach said.