What is the GREATER SOUTH BAY STEM FOUNDATION(Techakids) :

Techakids is a nonprofit organization helping our children with STEAM(science,technology,engineering,art,mathematics)

 

“STEAM is not just taught--it is experienced”

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I feel the greater South Bay has the most diverse, intelligent children in all the world! It is a shining example of understanding and cooperation between various ethnicities, cultures, and races. We believe our next greatest inspiration to humanity will come from the greater South Bay.  Techakids is here to facilitate that happening.

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The materials we use would be cost-prohibitive for many for-profit organizations and national franchise after school enrichment organizations.  We use the latest technology in many of our classes. Also, programming microcontrollers with C++, understanding of the Internet of Things, building artificial intelligent devices, virtual and augmented reality, 3D modeling and printing, mobile app design, mobile game design, and drone programming with Python. These are the technologies of our children's future and what they will experience today at Techakids.

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Techakids is about giving our children the highest possible quality in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics) course instruction. Our curriculum mirrors the top universities including Stanford, Berkeley and MIT.  We pride ourselves in challenging our kids 2 to 3 grade levels above their primary grade and expose them to high school and college level material. We are creating a Makerspace so our children can explore and let their imaginations run wild with the technology at their disposal, and computer programming as their tools. To maximize their learning potential we have voluntary homework assignments, practice drills, and virtual classrooms with a live stream.

 

Embracing the AI Revolution:

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When ChatGPT emerged in late 2022, we recognized a new shift in the game. While others panicked about AI's impact on education, we saw the opportunity. We'd already been preparing for this future—our AI robotics program had been running since 2018. Call it luck or foresight, but we were ready.

 

Today's Techakids: Beyond Basic Coding:

We've moved past simple block coding (though it's still an excellent starting point!). Today, our students work with:

• Production-grade robots used in research labs, Industries, and governments worldwide

• Python programming To train Neural network models used in AI 

• Cloud computing resources that give real computing power

• Advanced robotics systems rarely seen in U.S. classrooms

 

Our Unwavering Mission:

Through every technological wave—from basic Minecraft to advanced AI – our core mission hasn't budged: bringing top-tier STEAM education to our community with price barriers removed. We provide kids with the same industry-grade tools because we understand that children prefer the authentic experience. Just like a toddler reaches for your smartphone instead of their toys, our students thrive when working with professional-grade technology.

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Looking ahead, we're ready for the next decade of innovation. With major AI investments coming to the United States, as highlighted by our nation's leadership, we're positioning our students to ride this wave of change. Python is becoming the key to unlocking AI's potential, and our hands-on approach ensures students don't just learn to code – they learn to think critically and solve real problems.

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At Techakids, we're not just teaching technology; we're nurturing the innovators who will shape our future. And we're doing it the way we always have – by putting the best tools in their hands and letting their creativity run wild.

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