Tech Nature Adventure on July 29th! 🌐🌿 AR and VR for all ages! In this exciting Pop-Up, students will explore nature through AR and VR. Wearing VR headsets, participants will interact with a virtual space and discover the natural beauty of the Cooley Landing Nature Preserve through the lens of technology. Students will use tech to learn about unique flora and fauna and complete a scavenger hunt to win cool prizes! Plus, join us for our Demo-Day Student Showcase, enjoy giveaways, and get assistance with signups for classes and tech-based opportunities. Free food for all attendees! 🍔🎁 📅 Date: July 29th 🕔 Time: 5-7 PM Don't miss out on this unique blend of nature and technology! Click here to learn more: stcode.org/popup #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech
StreetCode Academy
Civic and Social Organizations
East Palo Alto, California 1,446 followers
Innovation For Everyone
About us
About the Organization StreetCode’s mission is to invigorate innovation within our communities. We provide historically economically disadvantaged people of color in our community with the high-tech skills, confidence, and access to networks needed to enter the technology industry. We offer free courses in coding, entrepreneurship, and design. StreetCode engages communities seeking justice, innovation, and tech-driven economic opportunities. Through building mindset, skills and networks, we equip individuals and families with resources they seek to expand their life options. Through tech education, we empower communities of color to use their authentic voices and diverse perspectives to realize self-determination. Through our innovation, we transform and create industry that truly represents the vitality and diversity of our world.
- Website
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http://www.streetcode.org
External link for StreetCode Academy
- Industry
- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- East Palo Alto, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2016
Locations
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East Palo Alto, California 94303, US
Employees at StreetCode Academy
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Sean Mendy
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Tyrome Smith
Innovation Ecosystem Builder and Convener | Technologist | Public Speaker/Host | Executive Coach | Fellow, A.K. Rice Institute for the Study of…
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Juanita Croft
Workforce Development Program Manager at StreetCode Academy
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Markesha Grant Tatum
Creating the Experience
Updates
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✨ "I was expecting a class, class. I got so much more. I enjoyed the people, the vibe, the energy is so positive and motivating. I thought, ‘I like this,’ so I kept going and now I’m here." - StreetCode Student ✨ At StreetCode, we strive to create a positive and motivating environment where students can thrive. It's more than just a class; it's a community that inspires and supports each other. Join us and experience the StreetCode difference! #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech
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Join us for StreetCode Family Nights on July 23rd! 🌟 Family Nights at StreetCode are opportunities for students of all ages to be creative with technology. This summer, we're featuring fun and hands-on activities from our Engineering Design class, perfect for all experience levels. 🎨💡 🔹 Create your own T-shirts and more 👕 🔹 Learn how to use and design for a 3D printer 🖨️ 🔹 Make light-up cards with electronic components 💡 These projects bring the whole family together in a makerspace environment, providing tools to design, prototype, and ideate. Students will learn about the engineering design process while developing resilience, engagement, and action. Family Nights are open to all, walk-ins included. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, create, and have fun! 🚀 📅 Date: July 23rd 🕓 Time: 4 PM Click here to learn more: stcode.org/family #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech
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At StreetCode, we are proud to share that 88% of our students have met someone to help them achieve their goals! 🌟 Our community is dedicated to providing the support, mentorship, and connections that empower students to reach new heights. By fostering meaningful relationships and networking opportunities, we help turn dreams into reality. Join us and be a part of this transformative journey! #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech #futureintech #futureleaders
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Get ready to create your own digital style with AR technology and fashion design at our Pop-Up event tomorrow! In this hands-on workshop, students will design T-shirts and shoes using template examples. An overhead projector will display the designs for everyone to see, and participants can take home their custom-printed T-shirts. Plus, students will learn to code and design Augmented Reality fashion accessories, taking their style into the future! We'll also have exciting giveaways, assist with class signups, tech-based opportunities, and provide free food. Don't miss out on this creative and innovative event! 📅 Date: July 17th 🕔 Time: 5 PM Click here to learn more: stcode.org/fashion #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech
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Innovation for everyone! 🌟 At StreetCode, our mission is to remove barriers to entry in tech by bridging the gap between our community and Silicon Valley. We empower students with the skills to communicate effectively with tech professionals, companies, and the broader tech community. By teaching these essential communication skills, we ensure that when students meet industry professionals, they are ready to engage and leverage their growing network. Together, we’re creating opportunities and opening doors to a brighter future. 🚀 #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech
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Get ready to create your own digital style with AR technology and fashion design at our Pop-Up event on July 17th! 🎉 In this hands-on workshop, students will design T-shirts and shoes using template examples. An overhead projector will display the designs for everyone to see, and participants can take home their custom-printed T-shirts. Plus, students will learn to code and design Augmented Reality fashion accessories, taking their style into the future! 🚀 We'll also have exciting giveaways, assist with class signups, tech-based opportunities, and provide free food. Don't miss out on this creative and innovative event! 📅 Date: July 17th 🕔 Time: 5 PM Click here to learn more: stcode.org/fashion #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech
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Interested in volunteering? StreetCode relies heavily on volunteers to help us run our programs. In the last couple of sessions, we had over 60 volunteers coming regularly per quarter, and we’d love for you to join us! We welcome anyone ages 14 regardless of background. 🤝 Responsibilities: Our diverse and vibrant volunteer community serves StreetCode students through peer mentorship, academic tutoring, and community outreach. Volunteers can dedicate their time to recurring programs or be on call for opportunities as they arise. 💡 How Can I Help? We welcome volunteers passionate about working with a diverse student body spanning ages, identities, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Our programs focus on technology but also include entrepreneurship, computer literacy, the arts, and more. No technical background? No problem! We also need help with community outreach and event management. Join us in making a difference and empowering the next generation of innovators: stcode.org/volunteer 🌟 #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech #volunteer #volunteeropportunity
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Coding Tip: Keep Your Code Clean! 💡 Writing readable and maintainable code is key to success in programming. Follow consistent naming conventions, use comments to explain complex logic, and structure your code with proper indentation. Clean code is easier to debug and enhances collaboration with other developers. Be sure to follow us for more tips! #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech
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At StreetCode, we are all about mindset. Becoming an innovator, entrepreneur, or tech professional starts with believing in yourself. Our teachers and mentors, who come from the community, show BIPOC students what success can look like. We decode the language of tech and business, empowering our students to speak fluently and pursue opportunities with confidence. Believe to achieve! 🌟 #streetcodeacademy #teched #technology #techcareer #techacademy #diversityintech #techinclusivity #minoritiesintech #techempowerment #STEMdiversity #innovationforall #blackengineers #POCintech #mindsetmatters #believetoachieve
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