COSMOS is an intensive four-week summer residential program for students who have demonstrated an aptitude for academic and professional careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects. Talented and motivated students completing grades 8-12 have the opportunity to work with renowned faculty, researchers and scientists in state-of-the-art facilities, while exploring advanced STEM topics far… Read More
Girls Who Code
The Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program represents an innovative approach to computer science education, pairing seven weeks of intensive instruction in robotics, web design, and mobile development with engaging, career-focused mentorship and exposure led by the industry’s top female entrepreneurs and engineers. Lear more on their website! Read More
Teach at Aim High
Aim High is the largest academic summer program provider in the Bay Area, operating campuses in San Francisco, Oakland, Marin County, the Peninsula, and in Tahoe/Truckee. The program combines intensive, engaging and challenging academic classes with activities and events that create opportunities for leadership development and community exploration. Students join after 5th or 6th grade,… Read More
Ocean Ave Corridor Design
We are gearing up for the final Open House for the Ocean Avenue Corridor Design Project. The event will take place on Wednesday February 11, 2015 at Lick-Wilmerding High School. It will be an open house format with information displayed around the room. We are inviting people to stop by anytime between 6:30-8pm to view… Read More
Remarks from the Chairman of the US Council of Economic Advisers, February 4
Students and educators are invited to attend an exclusive conversation with Jason Furman, who has served as chairman of President Obama’s Council of Economic Advisers since August of 2013. In this role, he is charged with offering the president objective economic advice on the formulation of both domestic and international economic policy. Furman will discuss… Read More
Friends of the Urban Forest Photoshopping!
Do you know Photoshop? We’re adding a “virtual urban forest” to our website to thank our donors; each tree in the forest will be labeled with a donor’s name. Our graphic designer is creating the forest floor and a handful of trees. We need you to fill the forest by duplicating the trees and adding the labels… Read More
Girls on the Run
Serving as a coach is a great leadership and community service experience for students! Join a group of positive role models for girls here in the Bay. There are currently several coaching opportunities at elementary schools in for students 16 years and over. Find out more! Read More