Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF)

A heartfelt thank you to First Tech Federal Credit Union and Flex for your unwavering support of our mission! Your generosity is helping us make STEM education accessible and equitable for all students. ???? We deeply appreciate the contributions of First Tech’s community engagement team, including board member Aubrey Calderon, along with Emily Zeitman and Catie Ellis. We also extend our gratitude to Flex’s leadership and foundation team, including Bárbara López.??? Together, we are building a future where every student has the tools to succeed. ?? #CommunitySupport #STEMEducation #FutureLeaders #PartnersInEducation

A big shoutout to the Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley for their unwavering support and commitment to educational equity! As an integral part of the Eastside Education Initiative (EEI), you are helping to create pathways for students in East San José to thrive academically and professionally. ???? Through this collaborative effort, the Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley is making a tangible difference, providing students with the skills, opportunities, and support they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving world. Together, we are shaping a brighter, more equitable future for students across our community. ?? #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #EducationForAll #EastsideEducation

A huge thank you to Cisco, Costco Wholesale, the D. John Miller Foundation, and Micron Foundation for their incredible support in driving forward educational equity. Your generous contributions allow us to continue empowering students through STEM programs, paving the way for their future success. We are honored to have you as partners in this journey! ?? We want to give a special thanks to Cisco’s leadership. We also extend our gratitude to D. John Miller, Founder and CEO of DJM Capital Partners, and Micron’s amazing team, including Cathy Ammirati, STEM Outreach Manager at Micron Gives, and Jenny Ly, Program Manager for Social Impact & Operations. ???? Together, we are elevating education through innovation! ?? #Gratitude #CorporateSupport #STEMEducation #EducationEquity #FutureInnovators #EducationMatters #PartnersInEducation

?? Time is running out! Don’t miss out on #DreamMakers2024 on October 5th! ?? We’re honored to have Dr. Mae Jemison, the first woman of color in space, as our keynote speaker. PLUS, we’re excited to recognize Samsung as our Partner of the Year! ?? Join us to celebrate their incredible contributions to equitable STEM education and be part of inspiring stories of transformation and impact. Seats are filling fast! ? ?? Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club ??? Register Today: https://ow.ly/oQ1w50TuIuM See our collaboration with Samsung below: https://ow.ly/xbCo50TuIuL #STEM #EquityInEducation #DreamMakers #PartnerOfTheYear #Inspiration #Innovation #TimeIsRunningOut

Join the conversation on funding equity in education! ??? We’re excited to have our very own Lisanna Dominguez, MBA and Dr. Lisa Andrew leading an important session at the Ed Trust-West Education Equity Forum! They will discuss how we can leverage collective impact to address TK-12 funding inequities and promote educational equity. ???? Don’t miss out on this critical discussion that can drive real change in our schools! #EdEquityForum #EducationalEquity #FundingEquity #CollectiveImpact #EducationMatters #EdTrustWest

AI is revolutionizing education, offering new opportunities for personalized learning and data-driven decisions. But with these advancements come challenges around equity, ethics, and privacy. Join us this Friday at the #EdPolicySummit for a panel on crafting policies that guide responsible AI use in schools! ?? Panelist include: ?? Victoria Salcedo – Teacher Lead, Rancho Milpitas Middle School ?? Brandon Middleton – Generative AI GTM Leader, Amazon Web Services (AWS) ?? Nancy Waymack – Director of Partnerships and Policy, National Student Support Accelerator ?? Moderated by Christopher T. Norwood – Milpitas Unified School District Governing Board of Trustees Don’t miss out—reserve your spot now! ??? https://lnkd.in/gavyCXR9 #AIinEducation #EducationPolicy #Equity #EthicalAI

We’re honored to welcome Supervisor Cindy Chavez as our Lunch Keynote at this Friday’s 2nd Annual Education Policy Summit! ??? With a deep commitment to educational equity, Supervisor Chavez will dive into the transformative impact of educational policy on our schools, students, and communities. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss! ? Tickets are selling out fast—secure yours before it's too late! https://lnkd.in/gavyCXR9 #EdPolicySummit #SantaClaraCounty #EducationalEquity #STEM #PolicyMatters

?? Activating Campaigns and Building Community Power for Educational Policy Change Education is a critical battleground for equity and justice, especially for marginalized communities. Across the Bay Area, grassroots leaders are mobilizing parents, students, and educators to challenge systemic inequities and push for transformative policy change. Join us at the Education Policy Summit to hear from advocates leading these powerful movements! ?? Featuring Speakers: ?? Kimi Kean – Co-founder and CEO, Families in Action for Quality Education ?? Ashley De La Rosa – Education Policy Director, Dolores Huerta Foundation ?? Lakisha Young – Founder and CEO, The Oakland REACH ?? Glenn Vander Zee – Superintendent, East Side Union High School District ?? Moderated by Roy T. – Policy Analyst, EdTrust-West Be a part of the conversation that’s shaping the future of education. Reserve your spot today! ??? https://lnkd.in/gavyCXR9 #EdPolicySummit #EducationEquity #CommunityPower #PolicyChange #GrassrootsAdvocacy #EducationalJustice

?? Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at our 2024 DreamMakers event! We are beyond thrilled to announce Dr. Mae Jemison—the first woman of color to travel into space—as our keynote speaker! ?? Dr. Jemison is a trailblazer in science, technology, and education, and her inspiring words will fuel our mission of empowering the next generation of STEM leaders. We’ll also be honoring our Volunteer of the Year Awardees: ?? Kim Gabrelcik—Director SFO Base Chief Pilot, Alaska Airlines ?? Kiana Luongo—Senior Engineer, United Airlines ?? Pierre Bougeard—Senior Manager Station Operations, United Airlines These incredible volunteers shared their aviation expertise with over 250 elementary and middle school students in our Elevate Math summer program, sparking interest in STEM and aviation careers! We’re proud to have Alaska Airlines as one of our event sponsors. ??? We are proud to partner with Alaska Airlines, a sponsor of DreamMakers 2024, and thank them for their commitment to creating opportunities for underrepresented students in STEM. ?? October 5, 2024 ?? Don’t miss it—tickets are available now! https://lnkd.in/g5pG_Gtb #DreamMakers2024 #STEMeducation #InspireTheFuture #Aviation #ElevateMath #STEMCareers #AlaskaAirlines #UnitedAirlines

BIPOC leaders have consistently driven the movement for social justice and equity in education. Their unwavering dedication to advocacy, policy reform, and leadership is transforming systems and creating lasting, meaningful change. ???? Join us for the Transforming Systems: BIPOC Voices Leading Social Justice Policy Change panel discussion at the upcoming Education Policy Summit! ?? Hear from these inspiring leaders: ?? Gloria Corral – President and CEO, Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) ?? Dr. Antoine H. – President-Elect, California Association of African American Superindendents and Administrators-American Superintendents and Administrators ?? Diana Vu – Legislative Advocate,?Association of California School Administrators? ?? Sarahi Espinoza Salamanca – Founder & CEO, Dreamers Roadmap ?? Moderated by Gabriela “Gabby” Chavez-Lopez – Executive Director, Latina Coalition of Silicon Valley Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the leaders shaping the future of education policy. Secure your tickets today! ??? https://lnkd.in/gavyCXR9 #EdPolicySummit #BIPOCLeadership #EducationEquity #SocialJustice #PolicyChange #Advocacy #EquityInEducation