“What would happen if we rebuilt public schools to develop the genius in every student and give them the tools to be critical thinkers, problem solvers, ideators and leaders?” Trish Millines Dziko, cofounder of TAF, shares this reality in TAF schools. Join the conversation on the future of education by commenting and sharing the TED talk today:
Technology Access Foundation
Education Administration Programs
Seattle, WA 2,144 followers
Building collaborative relationships with public education to transform classrooms for students and teachers of color
About us
Technology Access Foundation (TAF), founded in 1996, is a Seattle-based non-profit leader rooted in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. TAF provides an equitable public school STEM education for underserved students and support for educators of color. We make systemic change through creative partnerships within public education and STEM industries. We address three problems that keep underserved students away from STEM and essentially disqualify them from competing and thriving in today’s society: 1) Low expectations 2) A shortage of role models in STEM 3) Lack of access to quality, STEM-focused education We use STEM education as a tool for social change and educational equality. Our targeted approach for addressing longstanding historical inequities for students of color develops leadership and citizenship in ALL students. TAF is a pioneer in education. We focus our partnership efforts to provide students the kind of education they couldn’t get through a typical charter or public school. We provide innovative learning models, professional development for teachers, and opportunities for students and teachers to learn from and work alongside STEM professionals and use cutting-edge technology. The stakes are high, and as a whole, we can’t afford to lose bright minds to poverty or to lose jobs to nations that are better prepared. Most importantly, we can’t afford to miss out on what any one of these students has to offer.
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- Industry
- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Seattle, WA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1996
- Specialties
- Technology, Nonprofit, Educators, Public Education, Teachers, Youth of Color, Education Reform, STEM Education, Disadvantaged Youth, Social Reform, Diversity in Tech, and Charity
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605 SW 108th St
Seattle, WA 98146, US
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Updates
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We’re excited to bring back our annual fundraiser held by our community partners at Momentum Indoor Climbing SODO! Climbing, Board Games, and Brews will be held on Nov 13th from 6-10pm. Enjoy half price climbing passes, board games and Stoup Brewing brews all in support of Technology Access Foundation. Hope to see you there!
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We are honored that TAF at Saghalie has been selected as a recipient of the Washington State School on the Rise award! Thank you to the Association of Washington School Principals (AWSP) for recognizing our school's dedication to fostering a positive learning culture.
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Come join our Network for EdWork team as the Education EnCounter Program Manager! We are looking for candidates who have strong skills in racial equity facilitation and workshop design and experience in education that can be applied to support BIPOC teachers and leaders with practices rooted in decolonization and anti-oppression. Apply using the link below!
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"When you have teachers who don't come from your neighborhood, who don't come from your culture, who don't come from your background, there's a mismatch...of having someone who's going to boost you up because they understand how to. That's why I do the work along with my colleagues." Last night, our co-founder, Trish Millines Dziko, received the Dean's Leadership Award from the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance, University of Washington. Thank you for the recognition and invitation! Listening to these incredible women share their passion for their work and how they inspire public service while making public policy more accessible was truly inspiring.
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The TAF Thanksgiving Basket Brigade is back! We hold this yearly tradition very dear to our hearts and love the chance to support our TAF community. How You Can Help: Donate: Every dollar counts! Your contributions will go directly towards providing meals for families. Share: Spread the word! Share this post and tag friends to encourage them to join. Together, we can ensure that every family experiences the warmth and joy of a Thanksgiving meal. Let’s come together to give thanks and give back! 🦃❤️ ⬇️ Click the link to learn more and donate! https://lnkd.in/g59Rpa8h #ThanksgivingBasketBrigade #GiveBack #Thankful #CommunitySupport
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Are you a party person who loves to network and meet folks who share your passion for education? Join the TAF Board of Directors for their inaugural Infinite Futures Birthday Bash on Thursday, October 3rd, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Held at the Amazon Amelia building rooftop lounge in downtown Seattle rooftop lounge, this intimate cocktail fundraiser will support TAF programs that improve access to equitable public education for students of color and underrepresented communities. As our guest, you'll enjoy tasty hors d'oeuvres, music from a live band, fun STEM challenges, and an 'insiders' update on TAF from Co-Founder and Executive Director Trish Millines Dziko. Interested? Tickets are limited. REGISTER TODAY! ** Shout out to our sponsors, Amazon, GrowingBoyMedia LLC, and Synergized Joy.
Technology Access Foundation's Infinite Futures Birthday Bash
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Celebrating Our Incredible Summer Intern, Day'Lanie! We had the pleasure of welcoming Day'Lanie to our team through the Teens In Public Service Intern Program, and she has truly made her mark! 🌟 From the moment she joined, Day'Lanie has been a rockstar, supporting our Development and Operations teams. Whether tackling extensive research projects or jumping into meetings, she has embraced every challenge with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Day'Lanie shared that she loved the opportunity to assist various departments and gain firsthand insights into the inner workings of a non-profit organization. As Day'Lanie begins her senior year, we wish her all the best! We know she will continue to shine in all her future endeavors. 🎓 Thank you, Day'Lanie, for being an integral part of our team this summer! Check out more of her story here: https://buff.ly/3MfuNX9 #SummerIntern #InternAppreciation
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📢 Exciting opportunity alert! We're seeking a passionate Lead Storyteller to join our team who will bring their expertise and a creative spirit, a demonstrated passion for racial equity, and a willingness to participate in TAF’s ongoing commitment to strengthening our anti-racist practices in every part of what we do. Are you a creative wordsmith with a knack for crafting compelling stories? Do you have the ability to captivate audiences across various platforms? If so, we want to hear from you! Click the link to apply! ⬇ https://buff.ly/3Si7iQD
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