Meet Our Team
Board of directors
Swarisha Korukonda is a student at International school. A STEM fanatic, she hopes to bring quality science education to students of any background or status. She was inspired to pursue education after visiting her native village in India, where she recognized the need for accessible schooling. Through STEM Academy, she would like to inspire youth to wield education as a tool for change.
Outside of school, Swarisha is a competitive softball player and a passionate musician. She is passionate about educational equity and policy. In the future, she would like to pursue medicine in order to bring healthcare to underprivileged communities.
Swarisha Korukonda
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Nathaniel Cha is a student at Vanderbilt University. As a STEM enthusiast and experienced tutor, Nate hopes to share his passion for learning with students of all backgrounds. He has taken numerous AP courses and has been involved in several STEM initiatives throughout high school. Outside of school, Nathaniel is a tennis competitor and musician. He enjoys spending time outdoors and hanging out with his friends and family.
Nate Cha
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Meet Elizabeth Hu, a passionate junior at Bellevue High School in Washington dedicated to the fields of technology and education. Actively involved in organizations like Girls Who Code and Science Olympiad, she not only sharpens her own skills but also takes joy in mentoring peers. As a devoted tutor, Elizabeth makes STEM concepts engaging and accessible for students of all ages, believing in education's ability inspire confidence and creativity. When she's not in the classroom, you can find her playing badminton or exploring local cafes.
Elizabeth Hu
Chief Technological Officer (CTO)
Teachers
Ceren Gungor
Chemistry Teacher
Yaren Gungor
Alicia Yu
Math Teacher
Python and Math Teacher
Elizabeth Hu
Physics and Java Teacher
Valentina Aguara
Biology Teacher
Sanya Matta
Environmental Sciences Teacher
Nandini Komma
Algebra 1 Teacher
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