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Registered as a non-profit under sec 501(c) (3) of the IRS Code
Tax ID # 87-2035954
Avni
President & Instructor
Avni loves science, writing, debate, running and swimming. Some of her favorite books are A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawkings and Einstein for Dummies! She has strong background in Science, Math and Debate and has published her own fantasy novel. Avni loves to teach and has been teaching since middle school. She is also recipient of President’s Volunteer Service Award.
Avi
Instructor
I’m a high school student, a biology and math enthusiast, and a lifelong swimmer. I’ve been teaching at NYMZ for around two years, and I really enjoy inspiring kids to learn and appreciate science! In my free time, I love to play guitar and piano, work out at the gym, watch TV shows with my family, and practice Spanish with my friends.
Aria
Vice President & Instructor
Aria is an avid animal lover, debater, runner, and science enthusiast. Her favorite topics in science are astrophysics and engineering, and she has built robots and wood houses for dogs. As a high school freshman, she reached quarter finals in national level tournaments including national qualifiers for debate . Aria brings her experiences in science fairs, hands on experience in building things and debate skills as vice president and instructor.
Elise
Instructor
Elise has a deep interest in biology and neuroscience and is always eager to learn more about human behavior. She enjoys language learning and art as a way to unwind. With plenty of experience teaching young kids—especially her little sister—she loves answering their endless questions and helping them better understand the world around!
Anika
Volunteer
Anika is a sophomore in high school who loves dogs, music, dance, and singing. She plays piano, guitar, and ukulele. Volunteering and meeting new people is something she very much enjoys. She always looks forward to helping at the lessons.
Shilpa Bansod
Founder & Advisor
A software engineer by profession, Shilpa is an educator by passion - if a kid will learn, she will teach! From dance instructor to Science Bowl mentor, she loves empowering kids so they can flourish.
ASHUTOSH JOGALEKAR
Advisor
PRITI RANGNEKAR
Advisor
Ashutosh Jogalekar started his career in science by making nitroglycerin in his home’s spare bathroom and housing emerald beetles in his mother’s pickle jars. He is passionate about all fields of science and communicating them to the public and has written a blog about the history and philosophy of science for fifteen years.
Priti Rangnekar is a graduate student at Stanford University studying computer science. Whether teaching programming classes, competing in speech and debate, or conducting astrophysics research, she has always been passionate about STEM and education. As an advisor, she looks forward to making science accessible and fun to curious students!
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