When Noemi first stepped into the Think Together after school program classroom at Compton High School her freshman year, she never imagined sheíd one day be lead-ing digital learning among her peers. But today as a junior, Noemi has found endless opportuni-ties to leverage the power of technology to shape her future — leading her to play a key role in bringing The Achievery, a free digital education platform created by AT&T, to her school. For Noemi, The Achievery is more than just a digital resource; itís a gateway to student-led learning and a nurturing environment. As the co-founder of the Think Together Drone Club and co-captain of Compton High Schoolís robotics team, she has seen ÿrsthand how tech-nology can spark curiosity, fuel creativity and open doors to new opportunities. “Having somewhere where we let our education grow and just have a lot of resources where we can continue to grow, I think that’s amazing,” shared Noemi. “We’re all supportive of each other and the things that we do.”
Through interactive lessons on digital citizenship, cyber safety and coding, students are learning how to navigate the digital world safely while developing the skills to pursue their passions. Noemi is already putting these lessons into action — whether piloting a drone, engineering a robotics project, or inspiring her classmates to explore STEM careers, she’s proving that access to opportunity can change everything. Think Together, in partnership with AT&T, launched The Achievery last school year to expand digital learning opportunities for students across California. With a $525,000 contribution from AT&T, Think Together has integrated the platform into its afterschool programs. ìLaunching The Achievery was a natural choice for Think Together,” said Lesley Martin, executive director for Think Together’s South-east Los Angeles region.
“Our focus has always been on student agency and engagement, and this program aligns perfectly with our mission to prepare students for future success.” Looking ahead, Think Together aims to expand the reach of The Achievery even fur-ther. By continuing to build partnerships with corporate and foundation leaders, the organi-zation seeks to bring more innovative learning tools to students who need them most. ìThrough opportunities like the one Think Together has with AT&T, we’re able to collab-orate to create experiences that help ensure all students are receiving a high-quality education,î said senior director of corporate and foundation relations Lawerence Gustafson. Programs like The Achievery demonstrate the power of partnerships between the business and nonproÿt sectors in advancing STEM literacy and access to career pathways. With continued support, students — regardless of background — can gain access to the resources necessary for success.
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