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Alex Mathew, a July 2024 Silicon Valley Fellow from Texas, is our youngest participant at only 15 years old, supported by our Next Gen Fund for outstanding candidates! Driven by a strong ambition, he has always been determined to solve one of the world’s significant problems: mental health. Observing his peers’ struggles, Alex began exploring ways to make a difference and eventually created Serenity Plushies, AI-powered plush toys designed to support the mental well-being of young people. His journey took a significant turn when he discovered a new private high school, Alpha, which aligned better with his vision of pursuing ambitious goals without the constraints of a traditional academic environment. The school, for which he won a full-ride scholarship, nurtures creativity and ambition, focusing on school work in the morning and giving students time to work on their projects in the afternoon. Alex’s involvement with various projects demonstrates his versatile interests and eagerness to learn. He collaborates with Athena EdTech, a startup focused on integrating AI into education. He has worked on AI tutors, initially broad-based but later niching down to specific areas like SAT math tutoring. Alex is actively involved in the organization’s nonprofit and for-profit sides, leading marketing efforts and recruiting ambassadors to promote AI usage in schools. His interest in mental health and innovation has also led him to connect with Snap Inc. on a separate project, becoming a Digital Well-Being Council Member to make Snapchat a safer place and his eagerness to contribute to society also brought him into The Knowledge Society (TKS), where he’s also the recipient of a scholarship and works alongside Meta and Microsoft during a two-year program. “San Francisco is a place where everything is coming together for me. There, I can pitch an idea on the spot and find a lifelong mentor. Everyone was open and working towards the same goal. There’s a spirit of collaboration, and people think unconventionally. It’s full of innovation—real innovation, not just a buzzword. This is where the new world is being built, especially with AI. That’s why I want to be here; it’s impossible not to feel like you can make it when surrounded by so much talent.”

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?? Attention All High School Students! ?? I’m excited to share an amazing opportunity with you! As a student ambassador at Athena EdTech, an ed-tech non-profit dedicated to using AI to transform education, I invite you to join the 1st Annual AI x Education National Pitch Competition. Here’s the deal: If you make it to the grand national finals, you’ll secure a spot in a 3-Day Entrepreneurship Bootcamp led by Forbes 30U30 nominees, all at no cost! It’s a unique opportunity to gain invaluable experience and network with some of the best in the business. The competition is centered on showcasing your innovative ideas for transforming education with AI. Start by applying in the local tryouts, which also serves as your entry for the semi-national level. The top participants will advance through the stages, with the ultimate goal of becoming the national champion. Eligibility: U.S. high school students with a GPA above 3.8 and at least two advanced courses (AP, IB, Honors) are welcome to apply. ?? Don’t miss this chance to compete for the national champion title and make a real impact!?? Respond to this post with “AI x Education” and connect with me to receive the application link! Don't hesitate to simply ask about more! Applications are currently on a rolling basis! Can’t wait to see what every one of you can do! #opportunities #highschool #nonprofit #networking #extracurricular #pitchcompetition #pitch #innovation #impact #leadership #entrepreneurship #college #athenaedtech

We believe every educator should have access to cutting-edge AI. Not just those in the United States. So, thanks to a partnership with Microsoft, we’re covering the costs of our AI-powered teaching assistant. Educators in more than 40 countries can now sign up for free to use Khanmigo for Teachers in English. See the list of countries and sign up today: https://lnkd.in/gGSK2mTR

??? "I have no doubt that a personal AI tutor will be a key part of learning." - Bill Gates??? Join Bill Gates on his visit to First Avenue Elementary School in Newark, where Khanmigo, Khan Academy's AI-powered tutor and teaching assistant, comes to life in the classroom. From instant feedback to creative lesson hooks, see how AI is transforming education for all students. Watch now and learn more about his visit here: https://lnkd.in/e_gqUiQ6 Thank you, Bill, for your unwavering support of Khan Academy and the future of education!???