Science, Engineering & Technology
Machine Learning / AI
Start Date
August 2024
End Date
Ongoing
Sessions Completed
<div class="assets-links"><a class="assets-link" href="https://www.fire4cast.org"><img src="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/605190260cb9b4c3a9de71c8/680115d2ef2b7533efbc7b88_Frame.svg"><div class="inter-400">FIRE Initiative website revamp</div></a><a class="assets-link" href="https://sfstandard.com/2025/03/08/thousands-of-kids-lost-their-homes-in-the-la-fires-these-sf-sisters-are-helping-them-cope/"><img src="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/605190260cb9b4c3a9de71c8/680115d2ef2b7533efbc7b88_Frame.svg"><div class="inter-400">SF Standard Article</div></a><a class="assets-link" href="https://ucarecdn.com/2a13efc0-42bb-462a-9ddf-1aebbab319ec/"><img src="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/605190260cb9b4c3a9de71c8/680115d2ef2b7533efbc7b88_Frame.svg"><div class="inter-400">Activities List (Common App prep)</div></a><a class="assets-link" href="https://ucarecdn.com/f568896e-1ee4-459f-b826-8c0202cfaa72/"><img src="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/605190260cb9b4c3a9de71c8/680115d2ef2b7533efbc7b88_Frame.svg"><div class="inter-400">Fire Forecast project abstract</div></a><a class="assets-link" href="https://ucarecdn.com/63d6f35c-a845-4d04-804a-9283c7bc1689/"><img src="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/605190260cb9b4c3a9de71c8/680115d2ef2b7533efbc7b88_Frame.svg"><div class="inter-400">Silver's Projects Tracking Spreadsheet</div></a><a class="assets-link" href="https://ucarecdn.com/f0a53346-4a37-4d7f-bb63-d985df63be9b/"><img src="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/605190260cb9b4c3a9de71c8/680115d2ef2b7533efbc7b88_Frame.svg"><div class="inter-400">College Research tracker</div></a></div>
<div class="student-mentor-item-div-top-info"><div class="inter-700 _20">Silver</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align"></div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align">Grade 11</div></div>
<div class="student-mentor-item-div-top-info"><div class="inter-700 _20">Kira Clarke</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align">Brown University</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align">Imagination (Cognitive Science) & Computer Science + M.A. American Studies</div></div>
<div class="student-mentor-item-div-tags-wrapp"><div class="case-study-pill bg-light-yellow"><p class="inter-400 _16">Supportive</p></div><div class="case-study-pill bg-light-yellow"><p class="inter-400 _16">Patient</p></div><div class="case-study-pill bg-light-yellow"><p class="inter-400 _16">Empathetic</p></div><div class="case-study-pill bg-light-yellow"><p class="inter-400 _16">Encouraging</p></div></div>
<div class="student-mentor-item-div-tags-wrapp"><div class="case-study-pill bg-white"><p class="inter-400 _16">Cognitive Science</p></div><div class="case-study-pill bg-white"><p class="inter-400 _16">Computer Science</p></div><div class="case-study-pill bg-white"><p class="inter-400 _16">Creative Writing</p></div><div class="case-study-pill bg-white"><p class="inter-400 _16">AI Development</p></div><div class="case-study-pill bg-white"><p class="inter-400 _16">Public Speaking</p></div></div>
Silver was an ambitious tenth grader with a passion for AI and a desire to create impactful projects. She sought a new mentor who could provide guidance in computer science and help her further her AI app development and presentation. With a strong interest in leadership and collaboration, Silver looked for someone to bounce ideas off of and widen her horizons.
<div class="case-study-match-wrapper"><div class="match-item"><div class="apercu-mono-pro-700 _20">Creative Synergy</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align text-black-80">Kira's imaginative approach complemented Silver's innovative spirit, fostering a collaborative environment that propelled her AI project forward.</div></div><div class="match-item"><div class="apercu-mono-pro-700 _20">Empathetic Guidance</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align text-black-80">Kira's patient mentorship helped Silver navigate complex concepts, allowing her to build confidence and deepen her understanding of AI.</div></div><div class="match-item"><div class="apercu-mono-pro-700 _20">Interdisciplinary Insights</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align text-black-80">Kira's diverse background in cognitive science and computer science enriched Silver's perspective, enhancing her project with multifaceted insights.</div></div></div>
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Now, Silver is poised to further showcase her 'FIRE Initiative' while preparing for college applications. She aims to enhance her understanding of AI ethics and its applications in real-world scenarios. Silver is looking to apply to schools with strong interdisciplinary research and a diverse student body. In particular, she hopes to major in programs like Science, Technology and Society to marry her interests in technology with law and political science.
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