Technology Access Foundation

A Huge Thank You to All Our Volunteers Who Brought Our Events to Life! ? Whether it was the Middle School STEM Expo, Life After High School, or the 2025 Convening, your dedication and generosity make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and families. Thank you to everyone, our work toward equity in education would not be possible without YOU ?? Event season isn’t over for us yet! The TAFVarsity Luncheon, taking place on Wednesday, April 16th at the Amazon Event Center, is TAF’s biggest annual celebration of educational equity, student achievement, and community collaboration. ????This isn’t your average fundraiser! We’re asking our community to courageously collaborate with us again by volunteering to support the Varsity Luncheon! Whether you’re a longtime supporter or looking for your next opportunity to get involved, we’d love to have you on board. Volunteer today: https://buff.ly/rVXJpEs #TAFVarsityLuncheon #EquityInEducation #TAFCommunity #VolunteerOpportunity

We're about 2 and a half weeks away from one of the most fun and informative fundraisers in our state. Come out a meet our students, see their work, and get to know what TAF is doing to ensure students have the futures they deserve. These two lovely humans in this video with me will be the MCs for the event. Come out and see them do their thing. I'm inviting you to support the educators who have the courage to change the course of public education to actually benefit students instead of prioritizing the needs of adults. Who's sitting at my table? Register today!

The 100th day of school is more than a milestone — it’s a celebration of growth, creativity, and academic exploration. Back in February, a TAF partner school’s kindergarten and 1st grade students commemorated this day with vibrant student-made posters that tied in early math skills, including fraction work and number sense. These activities help students build autonomy, express their learning visually, and understand key math concepts in a joyful and age-appropriate way. As educators, it’s inspiring to watch how much students grow — especially in early grades where development is exponential. Kudos to Mrs. P and her students for their 100% effort in bringing learning to life! #100thDayOfSchool #EarlyLearning #CreativeLearning #WeLoveLearning #TAFPartnerSchool #TacomaSchoolDistrict

Often folks ask us what our curriculum is. My answer is, we don't have one. We are focused on pedagogy (how teacher deliver the curriculum to students), which means we have to adapt to whatever curriculum the schools have - and believe me, it's a heavy lift because just as we get use to one curriculum, they're rolling out another. This episode is about making curricular content more relevant to students. We help teachers go beyond the books they are given and widen their net for the right content for the intent of the curriculum. Enjoy and please pass along. And if you like it, take a minute to rate it and leave us a comment on what you want to learn about next.

How do we make curriculum meaningful—and equitable—for today’s students? ?? In the newest episode of the Learn More Podcast, Trish Millines Dziko, co-founder of TAF and Denise McLean, director of professional learning at TAF, explore how curricular content shapes students’ learning experiences, identities, and opportunities. Joined by TAF instructional coaches and alumni, they examine: ? Why inclusive, student-centered curriculum matters ? How to go beyond Eurocentric content ? The power of project-based learning ? And the challenges teachers face when making the shift Listen for stories from Washington classrooms and insights on how educators can create a learning environment where every student feels seen, heard, and empowered. Featuring: Bethany Avery, Anne Balala, and Shaylyn Karan Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or buff.ly/LBHfLH2 #LearnMorePodcast #TechnologyAccessFoundation #CurriculumReform #EducationForAll #CulturallyResponsiveTeaching #ProjectBasedLearning

?? Empowering Students for Their Future: Career and College Readiness at Highline College At TAF, we believe in the power of experiential learning—and our recent Life After High School (LAH) College and Career Fair at Highline College was a perfect example. These moments provide invaluable opportunities for students to see and experience how their learning sets them up for the career of their choosing. Students stepped beyond their textbooks to engage directly with college faculty, explore campus resources, and learn about academic and career pathways available after high school. By immersing students in a real college setting and connecting them with professional community partners, we help equip them with the knowledge, confidence, and awareness needed to navigate post-secondary education and future careers. Thank you to Highline College and all our community partners for making this impactful experience possible! To see the STEMbyTAF model at work, join us at TAF’s Varsity Luncheon at 11AM on April 16th at the Amazon Meeting Center! Register here: bit.ly/4inlu68 #ExperientialLearning #TAFImpact #CollegeAccess #LeaveToLearn #LifeAfterHighSchool #FederalWaySchoolDistrict #HandsOnLearning

TAF Students Don't Just Attend School, They LEAD It. Meet Luis and Anisha—students at TAF@Saghalie and this year’s student emcees for the 2025 TAF Varsity Luncheon—alongside, Trish Millines Dziko, co-founder and executive director of TAF. Together, they share how TAF’s project-based, equity-centered model has helped shape confident, curious, and capable leaders—and why events like the Varsity Luncheon are vital to this work. The TAF Varsity Luncheon is more than just a fundraiser. It’s a celebration of student voices, a gathering of changemakers, and a space to witness what happens when young people are given the tools and trust to lead. Come see student innovation at work at the Varsity Luncheon ?? April 16, 2025 ?? 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ?? Amazon Meeting Center, Seattle Register today → bit.ly/42alzDd #TAFVarsityLuncheon #TAFImpact #StudentVoices #ProjectBasedLearning #LiberatoryEducation #STEMEducation #EducationForAll

The Convening: Our Liberation is Tied- Bringing us Together and Moving Us Forward On March 22nd, we gathered for our 3rd annual Convening. This year, our theme is “Our Liberation is Tied”; because nobody is truly free unless all of us are free. The Convening was a powerful day of reflection, learning, and community building designed to explore liberation pedagogy and its impact on education. The day featured keynote speakers Dr. Django Paris and Dr. Chelsea Craig and the power of relationships, thought provoking workshops, and joyful moments such as the Evergreen Highschool’s Mariachi Ocote performance, and Mari Shibuya’s live mural painting of the keynote themes. Thank you to the educators, students, community leaders, and advocates who made the day so impactful. Together, we’re building an educational landscape where equity, belonging, and creativity lead the way. Our next major TAF event is the Varsity Luncheon: Courage to Act on April 16th. This isn’t your average fundraiser – this is a chance to see the impact of our work across the TAF organization in action. Register at https://buff.ly/a6phkxh #TheConvening2025 #TAFImpact #LiberationPedagogy #LiberatoryLearning #CommuinityInAction #EducationForAll

?? Join Us Tomorrow at the Convening: Our Liberation is Tied! We’re one day away from The Convening, a powerful gathering for educators, leaders, and advocates committed to transforming public education. This year, we’re focusing on liberatory education, exploring how we can dismantle inequitable systems and create learning environments that center students of color. With dynamic speakers, insightful conversations, and actionable takeaways, this is a space to make real change happen. ?? Thank you to everyone who registered—we can’t wait to learn and build with you! ??? Saturday, March 22nd ? 9AM-6:30PM ??Highline College ?? Tag us in your takeaways and let’s keep the conversation going! #TheConvening2025 #OurLiberationIsTied #TAFImpact #EducationForAll #LiberatoryEducation

?? Join Us for the TAF Varsity Luncheon 2025! Education transforms lives—and at this year’s Varsity Luncheon, we’re bringing together leaders, educators, and community members to champion educational equity and student success. ?? What to Expect: ?? Powerful student and educator stories that showcase the impact of TAF ?? Insightful discussions on shaping the future of public education ?? A chance to support initiatives that empower the next generation of leaders ?? Date: April 16th ?? Location: Amazon Meeting Center ? Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (PDT) ?? Register today: https://bit.ly/4inlu68 By attending, you’re directly contributing to the success of students who deserve access to high-quality, equitable education. Be part of the movement—see you there! #TAFVarsityLuncheon2025 #EducationMatters #TAFImpact #STEMKids #EducationForAll