Zaina
School: Galileo High School
Grade: 9th Grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Art
Dream career: Doctor
Zaina is a 9th grader at Galileo High School. She is a talented writer and a published author through the 826 Valencia program. In her free time, she enjoys creating art, including painting nail designs. Someday, she dreams of becoming a doctor.
Salim
School: Mission Preparatory School
Grade: 2nd Grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Math
Dream career: Engineer
Salim is a 2nd grader at Mission Preparatory School. He is also in the 826 Valencia program and has been working toward becoming a published author like his sister, Zaina. When he grows up, he wants to become an engineer!
Marih
School: Cañada College
Grade: Freshman
Favorite Steam subject: Art
Dream Career: Architect
Marih is 19 years old And lives in Halfmoon Bay. She is currently attending Cañada College and pursuing a degree in architectural design. Marih loves animals, her family, and her community. Maria is a very compassionate young woman who loves to give a helping hand and be a role model when she can. She is a champion for change, who doesn't give up!
Sergio
School: South San Francisco
Grade: Recent graduate
Favorite Steam subject: Science
Dream Career: Environmental Scientist
Sergio is 17 years old and lives in South San Francisco. He has recently graduated high school and is excited to start his new life journey! He has a passion for his community and wants to pursue education that would reflect his love for the environment and being outside. He loves finding ways to network and enrich his education. You can catch Sergio in his neighborhood, cleaning up the streets as he usually does! He is the face of resilience.
Isabella
School: Lighthouse Charter School
Grade: 5th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Art & Engineering
Dream Career: WNBA or NFL Player!
Isabella is a 5th-grader at Lighthouse Charter School and is a standout student who brings positivity and determination to her learning. A natural leader, she supports her ELL peers and is currently leading a project on native habitat gardening to benefit her community. Outside of school, Bella shines as a defensive football player for the Placer Jr. Hillmen and dreams of playing in the WNBA or making history as the first woman to play in the NFL.
Joseph
School: Thornton High School
Grade: 12th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Technology
Dream Career: Computer Technician/Hardware Engineer
Joseph is a senior at Thornton High School who has turned his academic journey into a true comeback story. After multiple setbacks, he transferred to Thornton, where he quickly improved his grades, earning a 3.6 GPA as a junior and a nomination for Citizen of the Quarter. Passionate about computer building and hardware innovation, Joseph sees technology as a tool for progress and enjoys educating himself on its history and potential.
Cameron
School: Ile Omode School
Grade: 7th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Art
Dream Career: Architect
Cameron is a 7th grader at Ile Omode School. He is a very spirited, focused young man who is interested in a career in the STEAM field. He participates in the Architecture and Design program called Build it Up which is sponsored by Marshawn Lynch's non-profit called Fam 1st Foundation.
David
School: Rita Ledesma Elementary School
Grade: 6th Grade
Favorite Steam subjects: Science & Math
Dream Career: Engineer
David is a 6th grader at Rita Ledesma Elementary School. He loves building Legos and has loved working on STEAM science kits since he was a little boy. He is also in the Honors Class at the Russian School of Math. Beyond math, he also loves creating artwork and is a skilled musician who knows how to play the piano.
Praditya
School: Grimmer Elementary School
Grade: 5th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Technology!
Dream Career: Google Software Engineer
Praditya is a 5th grader at Grimmer Elementary School and is very involved on campus. At school, Praditya is a student ambassador leader, a conflict resolution manager for his peers, a lunch helper, and serves as the school's mascot. In his free time, he participates in the STEAM club, rides bikes, and loves playing football and basketball.
Hudson
School: Tenaya Elementary School
Grade: 5th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Science & Math
Dream Career: Veterinarian
Hudson is a 5th grader at Tenaya Elementary School and loves learning about science and math. Not only is Hudson a superstar in the classroom, but outside of school, he is a stellar basketball player and frequent participant in 4H youth activities.
Isabella
School: Bidwell High School
Grade: 12th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Arts
Dream Career: Attorney & Artist
Isabella is in the 12th grade at Bidwell High School and is an active participant in the classroom and in her community. During class time, she is a fantastic student who also serves as the teacher's assistant. For extracurricular activities, she represents her school at board meetings and plays in the marching band!
Bella
School: Voices College Bound Language Academy
Grade: 6th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Science
Dream Career: 49ers Gold Rush Cheerleader
Bella is in 6th grade at Voices College Bound Language Academy. Her favorite STEAM subject is science! Outside of the classroom, she is a cheerleader for the local flag and tackle football teams.
Noah
School: St. Bede Catholic School
Grade: 4th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Science, Engineering
Dream Career: LEGO Builder
Noah is in 4th grade at St. Bede Catholic School and loves science and engineering! Outside of school, he loves working on STEM-related activities, building LEGOs, playing sports, and singing in the church choir.
Reyna
School: A. Wilcox High School
Grade: 12th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Biology, AP Environmental Science
Dream Career: Child Life Specialist
Reyna enjoys playing volleyball, hanging out with friends, watching sci-fi movies, and traveling with family. Someday, she hopes to become a child life specialist at a hospital.
Jordan
School: Holy Spirit School
Grade: 8th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Math
Dream Career: Broadcast Journalist
Jordan enjoys giving back to his community. His volunteer work includes serving as a camp counselor and preparing food bags for Saint Vincent de Paul. He is also an actor at the Starstruck performing arts school. In addition to those activities, Jordan is a multi-sport athlete.
Serena
School: Santa Clara High School
Grade: 11th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Math
Dream Career: Mechanical Engineer
Serena is passionate about building robots that offer security and sustainability solutions and enjoys teaching other students about her work through the International Youth Biomimicry Society (IBYS). In her free time, she works on other DIY projects and plays the electric guitar and ukulele.
Rajiv
School: Santa Clara High School
Grade: 10th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Chemistry
Dream Career: Biomedical Researcher
Rajiv's favorite subject is chemistry, and he aspires to become a biomedical researcher someday. Outside of the classroom, he is a very talented musician. In July, he was selected out of a large number of international students to perform at the Royal Festival Hall in London.
Cody
School: Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle School
Grade: 8th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Math
Dream Career: Architect
Cody's favorite subject in school is math. Through the Circuit.EPA and the use of his math skills, he was able to help build computers and design their lab space. When he grows up, he wants to become an architect.
Eduardo
School: Cesar Chavez Ravenswood Middle School
Grade: 8th Grade
Favorite Steam subject: Engineering
Dream Career: Pilot
Eduardo enjoys building houses and planes using Legos. On top of that, he also loves robotics and competes with his designs in competitions! When he grows up, he wants to become a pilot.
Aviraj
School: Central Park Elementary School
Grade: 5th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Math
Dream Career: Software Engineer
Aviraj is curious about nature and loves solving math problems. He likes to motivate others around him and is passionate about his STEAM projects.
Giselle
School: Central Park Elementary School
Grade: 5th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Science
Dream Career: Scientist
Giselle is interested in STEAM because her older brother is in 49ers STEM Leadership Institute and her mom is a Scientific Researcher and looks up to them both.
Marietou
School: Oakland Technical High School
Grade: 12th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Chemistry
Dream Career: Ob/GynÂ
Marietou is interested in in how STEAM fosters creativity, critical thinking, innovation, and how they open up limitless possibilities. The way science, technology, engineering, arts, and math are all seamlessly integrated makes STEAM so fascinating to her.
SimyaÂ
School: McClymonds High School
Grade: 12th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Art
Dream Career: Choreographer
Simya has been interested in the Arts since she was 5 years old when she began dancing for the East Bay Warriors. Simya's dream is to own her own Dance Studio to help students like her fulfill their love of dance.
Ethan
School: Hillview Crest Elementary School
Grade: 5th Grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Art
Dream Career: Shortstop for a professional baseball teamÂ
Ethan is interested in STEAM because he's very creative in art. He's great at drawing and adding 3D elements to his pictures. He enjoys seeing his progress overtime and how his skills have developed by learning to use new tools to enhance his drawings.
Cesar
School: Alisal Community School
Grade: 5th Grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Coding
Dream Career: Chef
Cesar likes to learn how things work and how things are able to be built. He hopes to be a chef when he grows up!
Michael
School: Rio Calaveras School
Grade: 8th Grade
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Engineering & Math
Dream Career: LawyerÂ
Michael has a very creative and curious mind. He has been interested in building things and how they are created since he was little. Not only is he excellent at math, reading and science, he is athletic and loves to play sports.
Xavier
School: Matilda Torres High School
Favorite STEAM Subject: Science
Dream Career: Electrical Engineer
Xavier says, "I was interested in STEM because of a robotics club I joined in middle school. Ever since then, I've loved learning the inner workings of Robotics."
Gabriel
School: Madera High School
Favorite STEAM Subject: Math
Dream Career: Engineer
Gabriel says, "I first became interested in STEM because of robotics in middle school. It's all about solving problems, which I love to do."
Jhény
School: Grass Valley Elementary School
Grade: 3rd grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Art
Dream Career: Dancer
Jhény has a passion for learning and helping others. The joy she spreads is infectious! In her free time you can find her dancing, singing, cheerleading, swimming or anything that involves the arts.
Jayla
School: Monterey Park Elementary School
Grade: 4th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Science
Dream Career: Photographer
Jayla is interested in science because it give her the opportunity to help improve people's lives. Jayla is very passionate about helping others and making the world a better place.
Vikram
School: Santa Clara High School
Grade: 9th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Math
Dream Career: Biomedical Engineer
Vikram's favorite subject is math and hopes to be a biomedical engineer. He loves the innovative environment of STEAM subjects, which he believes allow students to thrive and learn. Vikram believes that working in healthcare and saving people's lives is one of the most noble professions.
Gauri
School: Santa Clara High School
Grade: 10th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Computer Science
Dream Career: AI/Software EngineerÂ
Gauri's STEAM journey began in the third grade when she joined a robotics club. Gauri enjoys competing in robotics competitions, leading robotics workshops, and conducting independent scientific research. She was awarded a scholarship at the International Science and Engineering Fair this May.
Liliana
School: Oak Ridge Elementary School
Grade: 4th grade
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Technology
Dream Career: Astronaut
Liliana likes technology because she can have limited materials and because have to change yourself to build. Liliana is seen visiting the Space Needle in Seattle in her photo!
James
School: Oak Ridge Elementary School
Grade: 5th grade
Favorite STEAM Subject: Science
Dream Career: Meteorologist
James likes science because it's a way of figuring out how things work. With meteorology, he says we can learn how clouds are formed and how lightning occurs.
Donovan
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Coding
Dream Career: Game Designer
Donovan's passion for STEAM comes from a dream of always wanting to become a Game Designer. He is currently taking classes to get his degree in Computer Engineering in order to pursue his dream career. Donovan is also involved in the MESA program at SJ City College, where he is currently preparing for a job in the STEAM field.
Gwen
School: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory School
Grade: 3rd grade
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Math and Art
Dream Career: Teacher
Gwen loves arts, crafts, and drawing. She is very passionate about Math and loves the challenges it brings. She loves all subjects in school and hopes to be an elementary school teacher when she grows up.
Ellie
School: Horace Cureton Elementary School
Grade: 5th grade
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Art
Dream Career: Artist/Writer
Ellie enjoys writing stories and drawing pictures and has written a few picture books of her own already. She is working toward being a multiplication master for her math class.
Xavier
School: Mission Preparatory School
Grade: 7th Grade
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Science and Math
Dream Career: Critical Care Physician
Xavier is an avid reader and curious about how things work -- he loves to investigate any subject of interest. His dream career is to be a critical care physician and to work in an ICU or emergency room.
Darien
School: KIPP San Francisco College Preparatory
Grade: 12th grade
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Science
Dream Career: Child Psychologist
Darien is a senior at KIPP SFCP who hopes to be a Child Psychologist when he grows up. He loves researching scientific topics and recently did a summer internship at UCSF where he worked in the Biology Chemistry labs learning all things science.
Kyleena
School: Don Callejon School
Grade: 7
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Math
Dream Career: Industrial Design
 She has participated in FIRST Lego League for six years. "I specifically love the engineering, math and arts aspects of STEAM," she said. "I like the challenge of math and the creativity of engineering and art."
David Tangilanu
School: Menlo-Atherton High School
Grade: 12
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Environmental Science
Dream Career: Civil Engineer
David is interested in STEAM because he is fascinated by how technology shapes our society. He is currently taking an environmental class which has sparked his interest in how technology can potentially help his community become more sustainable.
Lizbet Prado
School: Cal Sate East Bay
Grade: Junior
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Psychology
Dream Career: Psychiatrist
While in school, Lizbet works as a medical assistant. She loves learning things in class and applying it to her work. She thinks it's incredible that she can use science to improve people's lives.
Meena Rojas
School: Sherman Oaks Dual Immersion
Grade: 7th Grade
Favorite STEAM Subjects: Art, Math and Engineering
Dream Career: Interior DesignerÂ
Meena is a problem solver and someone who looks to better the lives of others. She hopes to pursue interior design because she wants to help improve people's homes by focusing on combining functionality and aesthetics. She sees the importance of art, engineering, and math as all essential in pursuing her career.
Marco GarciaÂ
School: Cesar Chavez Middle School
Grade: 6
Marco's diligent work ethic is noticed by his classmates as well as his teachers. He is a student whom the teacher can rely upon to be on task and participate during lessons.
Priya Pudasaini
School: Santa Clara High School
Grade: 9
Favorite Subject: Life Science and Math
Dream Career: Veterinarian or Urban EngineerÂ
Priya is a participant of the 49ers STEAM Leadership Institute. She is part of the Project Invent team which allows her to explore engineering. Priya is grateful to be part of the SLI program as it will continue to help grow her passions and discover new ones.
Matthew Van
School: Santa Clara High SchoolÂ
Grade: 11
Favorite STEAM Subject: Science
Dream Career: PediatricianÂ
Matthew is a participant of the 49ers STEM Leadership Institute. He enjoys helping others in his community through 49ers SLI's newly developed Pay It Forward Project by volunteering at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital and working with kids at the new SLI Service Learning and Mentoring Program initiative at Pomeroy Elementary or the Boys and Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley.
CarterÂ
School: Don Callejon
Grade: 4
Favorite STEAM Subject: Technology (Coding)
Dream Career: Programmer
Carter is passionate about coding because he can create lots of video games and be creative. He likes to code on Scratch and Roblox. He enjoys making very cool animations and models and uploads them to the games he creates on Roblox.
CharlotteÂ
School: Don Callejon School
Grade: 5Â
Favorite STEAM Subject: Math and ArtÂ
Dream Career: Pediatrician
Charlotte loves every subject in school, but is especially fond of math and art. Charlotte likes math because there are many ways to solve a problem and likes art because if you make a mistake, you can always shape it into a beautiful oops! Charlotte also loves to play basketball because you have to be both creative and precise.
Katherine Mercado
School: Renaissance Academy Fischer
Grade: 7
Favorite STEAM Subject: Science
Dream Job: Engineer
Katherine is a stellar student and person. She loves learning and is especially passionate
about science. Katherine aspires to be an engineer and hopes to use her knowledge and skills to make
the world a better place.
Scarlett Cualtle
School: Renaissance Academy at Mathson
Grade: 8
Favorite STEAM subject: Math
Dream career: Doctor or Lawyer
Scarlett's enthusiasm for school spreads joy and happiness every day that she is present. Scarlett has participated in many extracurricular activities such as basketball, wrestling, and band.
Danny Molina
School: Menlo-Atherton High School
Grade: 12
Favorite STEAM Subject: Math/Science (Chemistry and Biology)
Dream Career: Doctor
Danny loves to learn how science can impact our world in the future. He also likes math because it can sometimes be challenging, making it fun. Danny has always been interested in math and science since the third grade because it blows his mind every time he learns something new.
Ivan BaezÂ
School: Menlo-Atherton High School
Grade: 12
Favorite STEAM Subject: Tech (Web Design)
Dream Career: Electrical Engineer/Computer Science
Ivan finds it fun to work on computers and other programs. He has always been interested in tech since he was in elementary school. Ivan used to participate in programs that introduced him to coding basics which sparked his interest in tech.
Bao Nguyen
School: Silver Oak Elementary
Grade: 5th
Favorite STEAM Subject: Math
Dream Career: Doctor
Bao's educator wrote, "Bao is so well-rounded. He is extremely studious, earning high grades in every subject. He is also very athletic and participates in several sports. Bao plays piano and has several interests outside of school. Most impressively, Bao works hard and prepares to be the best in all he does!"
Deani Lyons
School: Kipp San Francisco College Preparatory
Grade: 12th
Favorite STEAM Subject: Physical Science - Chemistry
Dream Career: Nursing or Business
I am interested in STEM because it gives me the opportunity to think outside the box. It allows me to develop my cognitive skills and learn the basics of coding. I intend to pursue a career in the medical field as a nurse where I will continue to use my STEM skills and learn new ones.
TJ Ramos
School: William C. Overfelt High School
Grade: 11th
Favorite STEAM Subject: Technology or Engineering.
Dream Career: Building Engineer or NFL Player
TJ loves learning about engineering and tech. TJ is a role model to his peers and admired for being a great leader both in the classroom and on the field as a lineman for the Overfelt High School football team.
Paige Houle
School: Santa Clara High School
Grade: 9th
Favorite STEAM Subject: Science or Engineering
Dream Career: Science or Robotics Educator
Paige is a participant in the 49ers STEM Leadership Institute and is part of the mechanical sub-team on a FIRST Tech Challenge robotics team called Déjà Vu. She is grateful that 49ers SLI gives her access to tools which help her complete projects she is passionate about which may lead to an amazing career!