OUR TEAM

Board Members

Mahika Gandla

Mahika is a high school senior passionate about science and using innovation in STEAM to make a positive impact. She enjoys combining creativity with problem-solving, exploring ideas across subjects, along with expressing them through her art. Outside of the classroom, Mahika swims competitively, rows in the spring, and is a co-president of her school’s aspiring healthcare professions club. She also loves traveling, seeking new adventures, and spending time with her dog.

Komal is a high school senior with an interest in science and math and is passionate about making this knowledge accessible for everyone. Additionally, she is a co-president of a club for healthcare careers, swims and rows competitively, and likes to build cool things. For fun, she enjoys sewing and traveling to new places.

Komal Jasuja

Co-President

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Christine Chiodo

Vice-Chair, Science Teacher

Christine Chiodo is a dedicated science teacher with over 25 years experience in public education. She has a Master’s Degree of Science in Teaching and is passionate about developing an interactive and systems-based approach to learning the biological sciences. She encourages students to build meaningful connections with the natural world, think creatively, and use hands-on and collaborative approaches to problem solving. She describes a great day in the classroom as the controlled chaos of student interaction, engagement, and fun.

Anjali Misra

Co-President

Anjali is a senior in high school with a love for biology, sustainability, and making a positive impact. Outside of academics, Anjali is a competitive swimmer and rower, while also leading a healthcare-focused club alongside friends. With a love for animals, especially her dog, Anjali values family and friends, finding joy in spending quality time with them.

Student Volunteers

Sajani Brown

Sajani is a high school junior passionate about STEAM and using her interests to inspire and support others. She enjoys exploring new ideas, solving problems, and sharing her enthusiasm for learning with her community. Outside of academics, she plays tennis, runs cross country, and serves on her school council. In her free time, she enjoys baking and spending time with family and friends.

Bogdan Chuyan

As a high school junior, Bogdan is driven by STEM. He has an interest in competitive math, a hope to pursue a future in medicine, and a love for teaching things to others. With two friends, he leads an initiative working with those who have Parkinson's disease. Beyond academics, Bogdan is on the soccer team, plays the violin in orchestra, and enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and family.

Dhruva Gandla

Dhruva is a high school sophomore with a strong interest in STEM and a passion for learning and helping others. He enjoys exploring science and technology and is committed to making a positive impact in his community. At school, he is an active member of HOSA and STUCO, where he develops his interests in healthcare and leadership. Outside of academics, Dhruva plays soccer, enjoys biking with friends, and values spending time with family and helping those around him. He is excited to continue pursuing his interests in STEM and contributing to meaningful projects that inspire others

Mithra Vaddeboina

Mithra is a high school junior with a strong interest in science, technology, and finance. He enjoys exploring new ideas, solving problems, and continuously learning both inside and outside the classroom. In his free time, he loves swimming, hiking, and playing pickleball. He is excited to pursue opportunities that challenge him, help him grow, and allow him to make a positive impact.