[SatNews] Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) is celebrating the 60th anniversary of National Engineers Week, Feb. 20-26, a week that highlights the achievements of our nation's outstanding engineers and the 10th anniversary of the program "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day."

Raytheon Chairman and CEO William H. Swanson is honorary chairman of National Engineers Week. "To remain at the forefront of innovation, the United States needs to inspire a new generation toward rewarding engineering careers," said Swanson. "National Engineers Week is the perfect platform to engage, excite and encourage today's students – this week and every week." At Raytheon, hundreds of employee volunteers will help students explore the fascinating world of engineering through hands-on activities and other events across the nation. This outreach is part of Raytheon's overall commitment to spur interest among middle school students in math and science through its MathMovesU® program. Since its inception in 2005, MathMovesU has touched the lives of more than 1 million students, teachers and parents through interactive learning programs, contests, live events, scholarships and tutoring programs. To celebrate National Engineers Week, Raytheon will hold more than 25 events to engage students in math and science across the country. For details on event locations, select this direct link.