EqOpTech launches Workshop/Speaker Series for scholars/students in tech field.

EqOpTech collaborates with MVLA Scholars to launch a series of Speaker/Workshop for scholars and students interested in the tech fields. Read more here.

EqOpTech Speaker Series 1 - Computer Networking & Cyber Security featuring Vijay Talati, VP of Engineering, Juniper Networks

“The goal of the speaker series is to expose high potential, low income students to explore and pursue interests in the technology field. Likewise, the workshop series offer hands-on computer training aiming to simulate a real-world challenge so that students can learn how to troubleshoot and think on their feet to problem-solve.

— Terence Lee, Founder/CEO, EqOpTech”

— https://patch.com/california/losaltos/eqoptech-summer-speaker-workshop-series

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Our Equal Opportunity Technology program is made possible thanks to Los Altos Community Foundation community grant award.

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Senator Jerry Hill honors Presidential Volunteer Service Awards student volunteers from EqOpTech

Senator Hill proclaims and commends each awardees for their service and commitment to the community in the area of technology and education. Read more here.

Terence Lee, Daniel Lim, David Ding, Randall Lowe, Senator Jerry Hill, Aditi Talati, Arushi Goyal (left to right)

“Thank you to EqOpTech’s PVSA volunteers for your passion, leadership and service in improving our under-served communities. Your recognition inspires others to make an impact to change the world!” 
— Terence Lee, Founder, EqOpTech”

— https://patch.com/california/losaltos/eqoptech-honors-2016-president-s-volunteer-service-award-winners

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Our Equal Opportunity Technology program is made possible thanks to Los Altos Community Foundation community grant award.

Visit here for more information.

EqOpTech Bridges the Digital Divide with Laptop Donations from IDT

EqOpTech of Los Altos, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit is teaming up with Integrated Device Technology (IDT) to redeploy used laptops at Sunday Friends, as part of an ongoing computer reuse initiative to benefit needy students and minimize e-waste.

Robert Venenciano and Kristina Bullock from IDT presenting donated laptops to Terence Lee, EqOpTech (left to right)

“This is a win-win situation for both the environment and technology for education,” said Terence Lee, CEO and Founder of EqOpTech. “We look forward to continuing this laptop reuse program with IDT and other companies here in the Bay Area.”

Read more here.

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Our Equal Opportunity Technology program is made possible thanks to Los Altos Community Foundation community grant award.

Visit here for more information.

'I Give Them a New Life': High School Student Tackles Silicon Valley’s Digital Divide with Refurbished Computers, by Rebecca Greenway, April 26, 2017, NBC Bay Area

By Rebecca Greenway, April 26, 2017, NBC Bay Area

Growing up in the shadows of Google, Facebook and other technology giants, 16-year-old Terence Lee, has spent his life surrounded by the latest gadgets the industry has to offer.

Rebecca Greenway, reporter journalist from NBC Bay Area interviewing Terence Lee (left), EqOpTech Founder 

However, the junior at Los Altos High School knows that even in Silicon Valley, a digital divide persists for less privileged students. Read more here.

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Nonprofit teaches tech skills, fights inequity, by Jane Ridgeway, Los Altos Town Crier, April 5, 2017

Computer-in-a-Box workshop at Egan Junior High School

By Jane Ridgeway, Los Altos Town Crier

Where some might have seen a pile of refuse, Terence Lee saw a treasure trove – and an opportunity to help others. Read more here...

EqOpTech offers Congressional Award

2016 Congressional Award Ceremony, Cannon Caucus Room on Capitol Hill, June 16, 2016

EqOpTech, a student-run nonprofit organization promoting equal opportunity learning via technology, is pleased to announce an initiative to promote service and achievement among its students through the Congressional Award Program.   Read more here...

Nonprofit Group Seeks Laptops For Egan Students, Los Altos Town Crier School Brief

Principal Keith Rocha (left) and Terence Lee

Los Altos High School junior Terence Lee seeks donations of functioning laptops (Windows or Mac platform) with appropriate power adapters for students in need at Egan Junior High School. Read more...

Local Scout's Eagle Project evolves into nonprofit organization, by Ananya Panchal, Los Altos Town Crier, September 28, 2016.

Courtesy of Terence Lee
 

What began as an idea for a Boy Scout Eagle project – which earned Terence Lee a Congressional Award Gold Medal for social service – continues to evolve. The Los Altos High School junior recently launched EqOpTech, a student-run nonprofit organization that promotes equal opportunity learning and STEM education through technology in underserved communities. 

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Silicon Valley Nonprofit Startup Debuts Equal Opportunity Technology Initiatives

EqOpTech promotes using technology to provide equal learning opportunities for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education in under-served communities.

EqOpTech Inc. redeploys technology tools to inspire underprivileged kids to pursue STEM education

“Reusing technology gives disadvantaged children an equal opportunity to learn, compete and be successful in school,” said Terence Lee, CEO and Founder of EqOpTech. “At the same time, the program inspires our volunteers to give back to the community while serving as role models.” 

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Los Altos High School student's volunteerism earns Congressional Award Gold Medal, by Rhonda Mak, Los Altos Town Crier, July 6, 2016

With Silicon Valley hailed as the technology capital of the world, it would seem just about everyone here owns a computer. It’s a necessity for most – required to type up a resume, send an email to a co-worker or conduct online research for an essay.

For some people, however, a computer is a luxury they cannot afford.

Los Altos resident Terence Lee hopes to fix that. Read more...

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Terence Lee, center, wearing his Congressional Award Gold Medal, is flanked by Congressional Award Chairman Paxton K. Baker, left, and U.S. Rep. Ted Lieu.