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32. <description><![CDATA[<p>2024 College AcceptancesUNITED STATESBASIS Independent Schools Adelphi University American University Amherst College Arizona State University (Tempe) Barnard College Binghamton University Boston College Boston University Chapman University Clemson University Colgate University Colorado School of Mines Cornell University CUNY Bernard M Baruch College DePaul University Drexel University Duke University Emory University Fashion Institute of Technology Fordham University [&#8230;]</p>
33. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ca/dublin/about/blog/2024-college-acceptances">2024 College Acceptances</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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41. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ca/dublin/about/blog/2024-college-acceptances">2024 College Acceptances</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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50. <title>BASIS Independent Manhattan Speech &#038; Debate Team Wins Championship Tournament</title>
51. <link>https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/basis-independent-manhattan-speech-debate-team-wins-championship-tournament</link>
52. <comments>https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/basis-independent-manhattan-speech-debate-team-wins-championship-tournament#respond</comments>
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55. <pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2024 20:05:47 +0000</pubDate>
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66. <description><![CDATA[<p>We&#8217;re thrilled to celebrate our middle school team&#8217;s&#160;first-place win&#160;at the English Speaking Union&#8217;s (ESU)&#160;New York Debate League (NYDL) Championship Tournament!&#160; On Saturday, April 27, the ESU NYDL Middle School Parliamentary Debate Championship took place at Speyer Legacy School. The competition was intense, and we are pleased to announce that our team of Anya H., Sasha S., and Daniel [&#8230;]</p>
67. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/basis-independent-manhattan-speech-debate-team-wins-championship-tournament">BASIS Independent Manhattan Speech &amp; Debate Team Wins Championship Tournament</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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70. <p>We&#8217;re thrilled to celebrate our middle school team&#8217;s&nbsp;<strong>first-place win</strong>&nbsp;at the English Speaking Union&#8217;s (ESU)&nbsp;New York Debate League (NYDL) Championship Tournament!&nbsp;</p>
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74. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="573" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-1-1-1024x573.jpg" alt="First place championship award" class="wp-image-9312" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-1-1-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-1-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-1-1-768x429.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-1-1.jpg 1284w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>
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78. <p>On Saturday, April 27, the ESU NYDL Middle School Parliamentary Debate Championship took place at Speyer Legacy School. The competition was intense, and we are pleased to announce that our team of Anya H., Sasha S., and Daniel Yoonsuh L. emerged as the winners, claiming the coveted 1st Place title. Their performance was a testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence.</p>
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86. <p><strong>Undefeated Excellence</strong></p>
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90. <p>The team&#8217;s journey to victory was nothing short of phenomenal.&nbsp;They&nbsp;navigated five rounds of debate on these topics:</p>
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95. <li>Expanding NATO Does More Harm than Good</li>
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99. <li>Makeup Does More Harm than Good</li>
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103. <li>This House Prefers Contentment Over Achievement When the Two Are in Conflict</li>
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107. <li>College&nbsp;is Overvalued</li>
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112. <p>They demonstrated&nbsp;exceptional research, critical thinking, and persuasive speaking skills, all&nbsp;while maintaining an undefeated record.&nbsp;</p>
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116. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="574" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-3-1-1024x574.jpg" alt="Final debate speech" class="wp-image-9313" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-3-1-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-3-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-3-1-768x431.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-3-1.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>
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120. <p>The final round proved to be the ultimate test. Sasha&nbsp;S. delivered the winning speech in front of a distinguished panel of five judges from some of New York&#8217;s most prestigious schools.&nbsp;&nbsp;They unanimously awarded victory to our Wildcat team&#8217;s proposition!</p>
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124. <p><strong>Individual Accolades</strong></p>
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128. <p>Beyond the team win, BASIS Independent Manhattan received the prestigious award for the <strong>highest percentage of wins across all competitors</strong>. Individually, Sasha, Anya, and Yoonsuh achieved an outstanding 5-0 record (excluding the final round, which they also won). We also commend the efforts of Itamar, Adrika, and Cosmo who secured a commendable 3-2 record throughout the competition.</p>
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136. <p>The entire day, filled with intellectual challenges and exhilarating competition, culminated in a well-deserved celebration – tired but ecstatic, our champions reveled in their victory alongside their coaches and supporters. They&nbsp;also enjoyed making FaceTime calls to share the big news!</p>
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140. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-style-default"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="619" height="1024" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-6-1-619x1024.jpg" alt="FaceTime winner calls" class="wp-image-9315" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-6-1-619x1024.jpg 619w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-6-1-181x300.jpg 181w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-6-1-768x1270.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EC-middle-school-debate-1st-place-6-1.jpg 774w" sizes="(max-width: 619px) 100vw, 619px" /></figure>
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144. <p><strong>Congratulations to our incredible Debate Team!</strong>  Their dedication, talent, and teamwork have brought immense pride to the BASIS Independent Manhattan community. This incredible win wouldn&#8217;t have been possible without the unwavering dedication of our student debaters, the invaluable guidance of coaches Max Singer and Grace Campos, and the tireless support of school administrators and parent volunteers. </p>
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148. <p>Congratulations to everyone involved. We look forward to witnessing their continued success in future tournaments!</p>
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156. <p><strong>Interested in learning more about our passionate teachers, curriculum, after-school and summer programs, <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/inquire" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">sign up for our interest list</a>, </strong><a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/admissions/visit-our-school/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>visit our school, or attend an admissions event.</strong></a><strong> </strong></p>
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160. <p><em>BASIS Independent Manhattan is a PreK – Grade 12 private school, providing students with an internationally benchmarked liberal arts and sciences curriculum, with advanced STEM offerings.&nbsp;</em></p>
161. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/basis-independent-manhattan-speech-debate-team-wins-championship-tournament">BASIS Independent Manhattan Speech &amp; Debate Team Wins Championship Tournament</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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170. <title>BASIS Independent Brooklyn&#8217;s Class of 2024 College Acceptances</title>
171. <link>https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/brooklyn/about/blog/basis-independent-brooklyns-class-of-2024-college-acceptances</link>
172. <comments>https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/brooklyn/about/blog/basis-independent-brooklyns-class-of-2024-college-acceptances#respond</comments>
174. <dc:creator><![CDATA[jogoldfarb]]></dc:creator>
175. <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:52:38 +0000</pubDate>
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179. <description><![CDATA[<p>We are very excited to share news of college acceptances of BASIS Independent Brooklyn&#8217;s Class of 2024! Our seniors have many fantastic options, and now they will spend time deciding among the top schools in the country. Students took time to research and fully explore programs and universities offering resources that will build on their [&#8230;]</p>
180. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/brooklyn/about/blog/basis-independent-brooklyns-class-of-2024-college-acceptances">BASIS Independent Brooklyn&#8217;s Class of 2024 College Acceptances</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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187. <p>We are very excited to share news of college acceptances of BASIS Independent Brooklyn&#8217;s Class of 2024! Our seniors have many fantastic options, and now they will spend time deciding among the top schools in the country. Students took time to research and fully explore programs and universities offering resources that will build on their interests nurtured in high school – both in classes and activities outside of school – for years to come. </p>
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191. <p>“Members of our Class of 2024 have grown tremendously as individuals through the years on our campus,” commented Head of School Josh Harmon. “Having taught many of them in fifth grade, I can say firsthand that they are a group of students who have always shown promise as learners and sincerely cared for one another. I am proud to see them move on and begin to shape the future. It is also an honor to now see their hard work, passion for learning, and many different commitments beyond the classroom recognized in outstanding options for university.”<br></p>
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199. <p><br>“Many of the students in this year&#8217;s class have been with our school since its founding,” said College Counselor Matt Brauch. “In our high school program, all these students actively leaned into coursework, clubs, and extracurricular activities to identify and then explore their interests. They aggressively chased after these interests inside and outside of school starting with course selection (choosing where available to pursue their interests on our campus) and through utilizing resources we created and updated throughout their tenure here to explore their interests off campus.”</p>
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203. <p>We are proud to share the university and college acceptances received by our 27 students who applied to colleges this year –&nbsp;25 seniors and two Class of ’23 alums, who applied to schools during a gap year with the help of our College Counselor.</p>
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207. <p>We are incredibly proud of our Class of 2024. Here are some highlights:<br><br></p>
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212. <li>6/27 students (22%) were offered seats at top-10 ranked universities. </li>
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218. <li>59% were offered spots at colleges in the top 25-ranked national and international institutions, including the University of Pennsylvania, Duke, Northwestern, Cornell, Johns Hopkins, University of Michigan, University of California Berkeley, Barnard, Emory, Georgetown, Hamilton, and Colgate. Three students in the senior class this year received offers of admission from the University of Pennsylvania.</li>
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224. <li>74%  gained acceptance to schools ranked in the top 50. If McGill is counted given its rank as #54 in &#8220;Best Global Universities,&#8221; then that number rises to 78%.</li>
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230. <li>96% gained acceptance to schools ranked in the top 75. One student applied to Cooper Union early decision, and the school is ranked #2 regionally and very high for engineering. However, it is ranked #107 nationally via Forbes.</li>
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236. <li>Students continue to look beyond the U.S. and consider offers of admission from international institutions, including the London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, King’s College London, University of Toronto, McGill University, and University of St. Andrews.</li>
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241. <p>&#8220;While I am thrilled that all our students have fantastic college options,&#8221; shared Mr. Brauch. &#8220;I am most proud of them for applying to schools that fit what they want out of a college environment and experience. Through our many conversations and their actions, each of our seniors chose the path that fit them best at and outside of our school. They became true drivers in this process. That has served them well at our school and will help them tremendously as they take their next steps towards college and beyond.&#8221;</p>
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245. <p><strong>CLASS OF 2024 ACCEPTANCES </strong><br><strong>Adelphi University</strong><br><strong>American University</strong><br><strong>Amherst College</strong><br><strong>Arizona State University (Tempe)</strong><br><strong>Barnard College</strong><br><strong>Binghamton University</strong><br><strong>Boston College</strong><br><strong>Boston University</strong><br><strong>Chapman University</strong><br><strong>Clemson University</strong><br><strong>Colgate University</strong><br><strong>Colorado School of Mines</strong><br><strong>Cornell University</strong><br><strong>CUNY Bernard M Baruch College</strong><br><strong>DePaul University</strong><br><strong>Drexel University</strong><br><strong>Duke University</strong><br><strong>Emory University</strong><br><strong>Fashion Institute of Technology</strong><br><strong>Fordham University</strong><br><strong>George Washington University</strong><br><strong>Georgetown University</strong><br><strong>Georgia Institute of Technolog</strong>y<br><strong>Hamilton College</strong><br><strong>Haverford College</strong><br><strong>Johns Hopkins University</strong><br><strong>King&#8217;s College London</strong><br><strong>London School of Economics and Political Science</strong><br><strong>McGill University</strong><br><strong>New York Institute of Technology</strong><br><strong>New York University</strong><br><strong>Northeastern University</strong><br><strong>Northwestern University</strong><br><strong>Occidental College</strong><br><strong>Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute</strong><br><strong>Rice University</strong><br><strong>Rochester Institute of Technology</strong><br><strong>Rutgers University (Camden)</strong><br><strong>Rutgers University (New Brunswick)</strong><br><strong>Rutgers University (Newark)</strong><br><strong>Skidmore College</strong><br><strong>Smith College</strong><br><strong>Stevens Institute of Technology</strong><br><strong>Stony Brook University</strong><br><strong>SUNY at Albany</strong><br><strong>SUNY College at Geneseo</strong><br><strong>SUNY College at Plattsburgh</strong><br><strong>Syracuse University</strong><br><strong>The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art</strong><br><strong>The Ohio State University</strong><br><strong>Tulane University</strong><br><strong>University College London</strong><br><strong>University of Arizona</strong><br><strong>University of California (Berkeley)</strong><br><strong>University of California (Davis)</strong><br><strong>University of California (Irvine)</strong><br><strong>University of California (San Diego)</strong><br><strong>University of California (Santa Barbara)</strong><br><strong>University of California (Santa Cruz)</strong><br><strong>University of Colorado Boulder</strong><br><strong>University of Connecticut</strong><br><strong>University of Denver</strong><br><strong>University of Georgia</strong><br><strong>University of Maryland (College Park)</strong><br><strong>University of Massachusetts (Amherst)</strong><br><strong>University of Miami</strong><br><strong>University of Michigan</strong><br><strong>University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill</strong><br><strong>University of Pennsylvania</strong><br><strong>University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh)</strong><br><strong>University of Rochester</strong><br><strong>University of Southern California</strong><br><strong>University of St. Andrews</strong><br><strong>University of Toronto</strong><br><strong>University of Vermont</strong><br><strong>University of Virginia (Main Campus)</strong><br><strong>University of Wisconsin (Madison)</strong><br><strong>Vassar College</strong><br><strong>Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University</strong><br><strong>Wake Forest University</strong><br><strong>Washington University in St. Louis</strong><br><strong>Wellesley College</strong><br><strong>Wesleyan University</strong><br><strong>William &amp; Mary</strong><br><strong>Worcester Polytechnic Institute</strong></p>
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249. <p>Congratulations to our Bears! We know they have a big decision to make before our College Decision Day Celebration on May 15th. We look forward to celebrating their choices with them in person that day. Our soon-to-be graduates have had a huge impact on our school, and we are confident they will develop further into the leaders our world needs in the years to come.</p>
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254. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/brooklyn/about/blog/basis-independent-brooklyns-class-of-2024-college-acceptances">BASIS Independent Brooklyn&#8217;s Class of 2024 College Acceptances</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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263. <title>A Total Eclipse Adventure: Mr. Chris&#8217;s Journey to Totality</title>
264. <link>https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/a-total-eclipse-adventure-mr-chriss-journey-to-totality</link>
265. <comments>https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/a-total-eclipse-adventure-mr-chriss-journey-to-totality#respond</comments>
267. <dc:creator><![CDATA[christineklayman]]></dc:creator>
268. <pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2024 18:28:15 +0000</pubDate>
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275. <description><![CDATA[<p>Our very own 4th Grade Learning Expert Teacher (LET), Mr. Chris, recently embarked on an astronomical adventure! Traveling with his family to Gatesville, Texas, he experienced the awe-inspiring phenomenon of a total solar eclipse and shares it with us here. Mr. Chris&#8217;s dedication to this experience reflects his passion for learning and exploration. He brings [&#8230;]</p>
276. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/a-total-eclipse-adventure-mr-chriss-journey-to-totality">A Total Eclipse Adventure: Mr. Chris&#8217;s Journey to Totality</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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279. <p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="532" height="532" class="wp-image-8766" style="width: 150px" align="right" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/mr-chris-bball-532.png" alt="Mr. Chris" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/mr-chris-bball-532.png 532w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/mr-chris-bball-532-300x300.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/mr-chris-bball-532-150x150.png 150w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/mr-chris-bball-532-75x75.png 75w" sizes="(max-width: 532px) 100vw, 532px" />Our very own 4th Grade Learning Expert Teacher (LET), Mr. Chris, recently embarked on an astronomical adventure! Traveling with his family to Gatesville, Texas, he experienced the awe-inspiring phenomenon of a total solar eclipse and shares it with us here. Mr. Chris&#8217;s dedication to this experience reflects his passion for learning and exploration. He brings this same energy to the classroom every day, inspiring his students and colleagues.</p>
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282.  
283. <p><strong>A Glimpse Through Mr. Chris&#8217;s Lens</strong></p>
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286.  
287. <p>A passionate amateur astronomer, Mr. Chris meticulously planned this trip for a year. Witnessing totality for a breathtaking 4 minutes and 15 seconds was an experience he won&#8217;t soon forget. While we can&#8217;t fully replicate the magic of the moment, Mr. Chris brings his infectious enthusiasm to life through incredible photos and an engaging video. Read on to hear his first-hand account.</p>
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292. <p>This week, a rare celestial event cast a shadow over our part of the world – the awe-inspiring total solar eclipse of 2024! I hope everyone had a chance to safely observe this remarkable phenomenon.</p>
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296. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="768" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/eclipse-mr-chris-family-viewing-1024x768.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8755" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/eclipse-mr-chris-family-viewing-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/eclipse-mr-chris-family-viewing-300x225.jpg 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/eclipse-mr-chris-family-viewing-768x576.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/eclipse-mr-chris-family-viewing-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/eclipse-mr-chris-family-viewing-702x526.jpg 702w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/eclipse-mr-chris-family-viewing.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>
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298.  
299.  
300. <p>For me, the experience transcended mere observation. I had the incredible fortune of traveling with my family to Gatesville, Texas, where we witnessed totality unfold on a quiet country road, nestled between a cow farm and an army base. Being just outside the direct path, we were still treated to an unforgettable 4 minutes and 15 seconds of complete darkness.</p>
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304. <p>I&#8217;m excited to share some photos and a video with you, including some stunning close-ups captured by my dad&#8217;s telescope. You&#8217;ll see details like Baily&#8217;s Beads and the sun&#8217;s corona, which the telescope rendered in an almost mythical green hue, although that is not the actual color.</p>
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334. <p>In the video, you might hear us mention seeing solar flares. While scientists haven&#8217;t recorded any flares during this eclipse, what we witnessed were actually solar prominences – massive, long-lasting structures on the sun&#8217;s surface. The largest one in our photos is a staggering 3.5-4 times the diameter of Earth!</p>
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339. <iframe loading="lazy" title="2024 Total Solar Eclipse by Mr. Chris" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/933830551?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963" width="500" height="281" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write"></iframe>
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344. <p>The sudden drop in temperature and the eerie darkness during totality were truly striking. We had planned to observe the cows&#8217; reactions, but once it hit, we were too busy being awestruck! It was an experience filled with pure wonder and excitement.</p>
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348. <p>Sharing this experience isn&#8217;t just about how amazing it was, but also about encouraging you to chase your own astronomical adventure. While total eclipses are rare in North America, they occur more frequently elsewhere. Check out <a href="https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/">this website</a> to explore the next 15 total solar eclipses. If you ever get the chance to witness totality, don&#8217;t hesitate! It&#8217;s an experience you won&#8217;t forget.</p>
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352. <p>Happy stargazing!</p>
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361. <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size"><em>You can meet passionate teachers like Mr. Chris at our upcoming Open Houses and admissions events – <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/admissions/visit-our-school/">learn more</a>. He is also hosting a Nature &amp; the City summer program at BASIS Independent Manhattan Lower School – <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/student-life/summer-programs/">view details and register here</a>.</em></h2>
362. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/a-total-eclipse-adventure-mr-chriss-journey-to-totality">A Total Eclipse Adventure: Mr. Chris&#8217;s Journey to Totality</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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371. <title>Class of 2024 Acceptances to Date</title>
372. <link>https://basisindependent.com/schools/va/mclean/about/blog/class-of-2024-acceptances-to-date</link>
373. <comments>https://basisindependent.com/schools/va/mclean/about/blog/class-of-2024-acceptances-to-date#respond</comments>
375. <dc:creator><![CDATA[weitoker]]></dc:creator>
376. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
377. <category><![CDATA[Academics]]></category>
378. <category><![CDATA[College Acceptances]]></category>
379. <category><![CDATA[College Counseling]]></category>
380. <category><![CDATA[College Preparation & The Senior Year]]></category>
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384.  
385. <description><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations&#160;to the Class of 2024! The list below shows this year&#8217;s class&#8217; power and inspiring nature. While additional acceptances are still possible from waitlists, 100% of our seniors have secured a spot at a Top-70 Nationally ranked institution of higher education. Our graduates will pursue majors in Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science, Engineering, [&#8230;]</p>
386. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/va/mclean/about/blog/class-of-2024-acceptances-to-date">Class of 2024 Acceptances to Date</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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397. <p>Congratulations&nbsp;to the Class of 2024! The list below shows this year&#8217;s class&#8217; power and inspiring nature. While additional acceptances are still possible from waitlists, 100% of our seniors have secured a spot at a Top-70 Nationally ranked institution of higher education. Our graduates will pursue majors in Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science, Engineering, Neuroscience, Political Science, Physics, and Journalism.&nbsp;</p>
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401. <p>Earlier this school year, Niche.com named BIM the #1 Best College Prep Private High School in the Washington, DC area. Our 24 seniors proved worthy of that ranking as they&nbsp;were accepted to 60 colleges and universities in the US and Canada. The Class of 2024 began their college application process during their College Counseling Boot Camp last May, and the acceptance list below marks the culmination of 12 months of hard work and application dedication. It has been quite a year, and we are excited for what the future brings for the Class of 2024.</p>
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410. <li>UVA accepted over 50% of our Virginia applicants, William Mary accepted 75%, and Virginia Tech accepted an unprecedented 90% of our applicants.&nbsp;</li>
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424. <li>46% of our seniors were accepted to a Top 25 National University:</li>
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429. <p>Brown University,&nbsp;Cornell University,&nbsp;Duke University,&nbsp;Emory University,&nbsp;Georgetown University,&nbsp;Harvard University,&nbsp;Johns Hopkins University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology,&nbsp;Rice University,&nbsp;Stanford University,&nbsp;University of California (Berkeley), University of Michigan, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of Notre Dame, University of Pennsylvania, &nbsp;University of Virginia, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale University</p>
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437. <p class="has-text-align-center has-large-font-size"><strong><mark style="background-color:#ffffff;color:#e60027" class="has-inline-color">Please join us in congratulating our Class of 2024 Red-Tailed Hawks!</mark></strong></p>
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441. <p class="has-text-align-center has-normal-font-size"><strong>Arizona State University<br>Binghamton University</strong><br><strong>Boston University<br>Brown University<br>Case Western Reserve University<br>Clemson University<br>Cornell University<br>Drexel University<br>Duke University<br>Emory University<br>George Mason University<br>George Washington University<br>Georgetown University<br>Georgia Institute of Technology<br>Harvard University<br>Ithaca College<br>James Madison University<br>Johns Hopkins University<br>Loyola Marymount University<br>Massachusetts Institute of Technology<br>Mount St Mary&#8217;s University<br>Northeastern University<br>Oxford College of Emory University<br>Penn State University<br>Purdue University<br>Queen&#8217;s University<br>Rice University<br>Rochester Institute of Technology<br>Rutgers University<br>Stanford University<br>The Ohio State University<br>University of Arizona<br>University of California (Berkeley)<br>University of California (Davis)<br>University of California (Irvine)<br>University of California (San Diego)<br>University of California (Santa Barbara)<br>University of Colorado Boulder<br>University of Delaware<br>University of Florida<br>University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign<br>University of Iowa<br>University of Maryland<br>University of Michigan<br>University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill<br>University of Notre Dame<br>University of Pennsylvania<br>University of Pittsburgh<br>University of Richmond<br>University of Virginia<br>University of Washington<br>University of Wisconsin<br>Vassar College<br>Virginia Commonwealth University<br>Virginia Tech<br>Wake Forest University<br>Washington University in St. Louis<br>Western University<br>William &amp; Mary<br>Yale University</strong><br><br></p>
442. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/va/mclean/about/blog/class-of-2024-acceptances-to-date">Class of 2024 Acceptances to Date</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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451. <title>2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</title>
452. <link>https://basisindependent.com/schools/ca/silicon-valley/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-8</link>
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463. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, [&#8230;]</p>
464. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ca/silicon-valley/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-8">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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467. <p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, product, or service from inception to implementation? One that would also impress a panel of judges made up of industry professionals? That’s what a group of educators discovered at the Startups at Spring Competition.&nbsp;</p>
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471. <p>The competition is open to high school students attending a Spring Education school and focuses on a specific type of business start-up. This year’s theme was creativity and it allowed the students to think outside of the box and present their ideas, first to their local school, and then one team from each school was selected and invited to attend a network-wide competition. Students then made the same presentation but, instead of it being in front of their peers and school administration, it was in front of industry professionals.&nbsp;</p>
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475. <p>The professionals judge the competition on the feasibility and profitability of each idea presented. Judges listened to see if the teams explained their business idea clearly, was it unique, and implemented the year’s theme. Beyond those basic judging expectations, they also sought to see if the team understood and addressed the financial challenges of starting a business, did they effectively present their market strategy, and could they answer confidently improvisational questions regarding their “pitch”.&nbsp;</p>
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479. <p>Ms. Jaymie Silva, BASIS Independent Schools Subject Expert Teacher and organizer of the competition said, “I’m always impressed by what our students are capable of and I appreciate that this competition is open to all high school students across our network of schools. These students develop their ideas and compete in their free time and the passion and engagement in their projects show. They are truly dedicated to making our future world better with their ideas and I can’t wait to see what they come up with next!”&nbsp;</p>
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487. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="768" height="1024" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-768x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8274" style="width:179px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></figure></div>
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490. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Third Place (awarded $2,000)</strong></h2>
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494. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Inclusive Experience Corp<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Stella C. (Grade 10) and Dashiell S. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Manhattan<br></p>
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498. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO)<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Adaptive Design Association</p>
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506. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8279" style="width:907px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x432.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1057w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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509. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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513. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> As music enthusiasts continue to bemoan outrageous concert prices and how they aren’t able to attend concerts due to economic conflicts, they forget that most venues aren’t even accessible to all fans.&nbsp;</p>
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517. <p>The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO) would make the concert experience available for those who have a disability that prevents them from physically attending the venue but still want to enjoy their favorite singer&#8217;s performances. Through virtual reality, we plan on solving this issue as well as addressing physiological and psychological disabilities.</p>
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521. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
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525. <p><em>“We want to say we are proud of ourselves as we are some of the younger participants and we feel inspired that we were able to bring an altruistic purpose to this competition.”</em></p>
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529. <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1E_zmmpb7vvlcZEDXbLhD-9tVlUPFDx7l8VhME9d9QZA/edit#slide=id.g2ac9051ea58_0_4456">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
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540. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Second Place (awarded $3,000)</strong></h2>
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544. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Slidebean<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Shoshana E. (Grade 12)<br><strong>School:</strong> Laurel Springs<br></p>
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548. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> HelpUnplugged<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Hostage and Missing Families Forum</p>
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556. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="614" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8280" style="width:865px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x180.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x460.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1160w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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559. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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563. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> HelpUnplugged is an AI portable assistance for off-the-grid health concerns. Currently, no smart diagnostic tools with offline capabilities exist for public use. No offline messaging systems exist to link patients with medical help directly. Unwell hikers in remote locations face gnawing worry and possible danger. In Arizona County, 12 hikers died from medical emergencies in remote locations over just 13 years.&nbsp;</p>
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567. <p>HelpUnplugged would be an AI diagnostic tool that functions completely offline; obtaining vital signs and symptoms, processing data, and signaling help. HelpUnlpugeed will ensure that hikers in peril are aware of their condition and prevent further complications.&nbsp;</p>
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571. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
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575. <p><em>“Startups at Spring was an amazing experience. The project I pitched related to neural networks and offline communication, but participating in Startups at Spring taught me far more than just machine learning &#8212; from the mechanics of marketing to the technicality of TAM calculations. I hope to use what I have learned in college and beyond, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to compete.”</em></p>
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579. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/HelpUnplugged.pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.</a></p>
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587. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="682" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8277" style="width:376px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-300x200.jpg 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-768x512.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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590. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>First Place (awarded $5,000)</strong></h2>
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594. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Claw-Some Cash Cats<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Zitao (Tommy) D. (Grade 10), Charan S. (Grade 10), and Anshay C. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Silicon Valley<br></p>
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598. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> flAIvr<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Amnesty International</p>
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602. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> Video call an AI chef anytime, anywhere. It is difficult for inexperienced home cooks and people who just want to cook something with the ingredients and equipment they have in hand to actually have a good cooking experience. More than half of Americans struggle with the most basic recipes. Pacing, unfamiliar or difficult techniques, and inaccessible ingredients and equipment all cause this struggle.&nbsp;</p>
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606. <p>flAIvr is a personalized AI cooking assistant that guides users through video calls with the AI for guidance and assistance in their cooking.&nbsp;</p>
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614. <figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="578" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8259" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-768x434.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2.png 1096w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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621. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
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625. <p><em>“The Startup at Spring contest has been an incredible journey for the three of us. The process of turning a creative idea into a feasible business was a valuable opportunity for us to gain entrepreneurial experience and have fun along the way. We are proud to donate our cash prize to Amnesty International to help defend the human rights of oppressed groups worldwide. Lastly, we would like to thank Ms. Silva for her dedication and generous support throughout our journey.”</em></p>
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629. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/flAIvr%20(002).pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
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633. <p>Congratulations to all the students who participated!&nbsp;</p>
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641. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Expert Judging Panel</strong></h2>
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648. <p><strong>Mr. Gordon Green</strong> is Co-Founder / Partner at Jordan Partners. Before forming Jordan, he spent eleven years at Light Street Capital in Palo Alto investing in public and private technology companies globally. While at Light Street, Gordon served on the Investment Committee and helped the firm scale from approximately $30M to $3B in AUM across long/short, long-only, and growth equity vehicles. Prior to Light Street, Gordon started his career as an analyst in the Financial Institutions Group at UBS in New York, where he advised banks and insurance companies on M&amp;A and capital markets activities.&nbsp;</p>
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652. <p>Gordon earned a bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a concentration in Finance from the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce.</p>
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663. <p><strong>Mr. David Jen</strong> serves as the Managing Director of Finance and Corporate Development at X, Alphabet&#8217;s Moonshot Factory, where he is responsible for driving business growth through strategic planning and partnerships. In this role, David has led investments in self-driving cars (Waymo), drone delivery (Wing), novel approaches to cyber security (Chronicle), as well as Alphabet&#8217;s bets in sustainability and accessibility.</p>
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667. <p>In addition to his full-time role at X, David is also a board member at Quincus, a SaaS logistics company based in Singapore that powers some of the largest 3PLs in the world and a venture partner at UP.Partners, where he invests in technologies that will enable a greener and more accessible planet.</p>
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671. <p>Before joining X, David held various finance roles at Google and worked in consulting and banking. He is also actively involved in volunteering, serving as a board member for the Tufts University Derby School of Entrepreneurship and on the advisory committee for the Asian American Fund. In his free time, David enjoys binge-watching TV from the 90s, listening to music he’s embarrassed to tell people about, and hanging out with his wife and two young children.</p>
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682. <p><strong>Mr. Amrit Saxena</strong> is the Founder &amp; CEO of SaxeCap, an AI transformation and private equity investment firm that conducts AI-levered buyouts and transforms enterprises with AI &amp; automation technology. Additionally, he has successfully founded &amp; sold two AI companies (<a href="http://stella.ai/">Stella.ai</a> and Fancy That) and is an active angel investor in data, AI, web3, and enterprise software companies in Silicon Valley, investing in 200+ early-stage technology companies (including several unicorns and companies that have gone public), private businesses, and PE/VC funds.</p>
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686. <p>Prior to SaxeCap, Amrit founded and scaled Stella, a talent-sourcing AI company, to over 150 large enterprise clients (including 10% of the Fortune 500), leading technology (data science, product, engineering, etc.) and operations (pre-sales, client integrations, etc.). Stella was sold to Cornell Capital and Trilantic Capital Partners in a $1B+ private equity transaction in 2021. Additionally, Amrit founded, scaled, and sold Fancy That, a retail AI company, to Palantir (NYSE: PLTR) in 2015.&nbsp; Between his two AI startups, Amrit has experience buying a company, selling two companies, and scaling teams from zero to 50+ people. Amrit previously worked at Bain &amp; Company, Groupon, AmEx, and e2e Analytics and taught and researched AI at Stanford University &amp; MIT.</p>
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690. <p>He received his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence and M.S. in Management Science &amp; Engineering with a concentration in Operations Research, both from Stanford University with Distinction. Additionally, he has garnered numerous accolades, including being awarded seven U.S. patents (relating to AI and optimization), a three-time finalist in the United States of America Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO), winner of the American Mathematics Competition (AMC), finalist in the United States Physics Olympiad (USAPhO), Congressional Award Gold Medalist, Research Science Institute (RSI) Scholar, American Regions Math League (ARML) winner, and was selected for the President&#8217;s Award for Academic Excellence and the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honors Society while at Stanford.</p>
691. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ca/silicon-valley/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-8">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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712. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, [&#8230;]</p>
713. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ca/fremont/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-7">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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716. <p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, product, or service from inception to implementation? One that would also impress a panel of judges made up of industry professionals? That’s what a group of educators discovered at the Startups at Spring Competition.&nbsp;</p>
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720. <p>The competition is open to high school students attending a Spring Education school and focuses on a specific type of business start-up. This year’s theme was creativity and it allowed the students to think outside of the box and present their ideas, first to their local school, and then one team from each school was selected and invited to attend a network-wide competition. Students then made the same presentation but, instead of it being in front of their peers and school administration, it was in front of industry professionals.&nbsp;</p>
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724. <p>The professionals judge the competition on the feasibility and profitability of each idea presented. Judges listened to see if the teams explained their business idea clearly, was it unique, and implemented the year’s theme. Beyond those basic judging expectations, they also sought to see if the team understood and addressed the financial challenges of starting a business, did they effectively present their market strategy, and could they answer confidently improvisational questions regarding their “pitch”.&nbsp;</p>
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728. <p>Ms. Jaymie Silva, BASIS Independent Schools Subject Expert Teacher and organizer of the competition said, “I’m always impressed by what our students are capable of and I appreciate that this competition is open to all high school students across our network of schools. These students develop their ideas and compete in their free time and the passion and engagement in their projects show. They are truly dedicated to making our future world better with their ideas and I can’t wait to see what they come up with next!”&nbsp;</p>
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736. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="768" height="1024" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-768x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8274" style="width:179px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></figure></div>
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739. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Third Place (awarded $2,000)</strong></h2>
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743. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Inclusive Experience Corp<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Stella C. (Grade 10) and Dashiell S. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Manhattan<br></p>
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746.  
747. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO)<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Adaptive Design Association</p>
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751. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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755. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8279" style="width:907px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x432.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1057w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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758. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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762. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> As music enthusiasts continue to bemoan outrageous concert prices and how they aren’t able to attend concerts due to economic conflicts, they forget that most venues aren’t even accessible to all fans.&nbsp;</p>
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766. <p>The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO) would make the concert experience available for those who have a disability that prevents them from physically attending the venue but still want to enjoy their favorite singer&#8217;s performances. Through virtual reality, we plan on solving this issue as well as addressing physiological and psychological disabilities.</p>
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769.  
770. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
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774. <p><em>“We want to say we are proud of ourselves as we are some of the younger participants and we feel inspired that we were able to bring an altruistic purpose to this competition.”</em></p>
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778. <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1E_zmmpb7vvlcZEDXbLhD-9tVlUPFDx7l8VhME9d9QZA/edit#slide=id.g2ac9051ea58_0_4456">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
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782. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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786. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="264" height="256" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-3.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8272" style="width:233px;height:auto"/></figure></div>
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789. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Second Place (awarded $3,000)</strong></h2>
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793. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Slidebean<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Shoshana E. (Grade 12)<br><strong>School:</strong> Laurel Springs<br></p>
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797. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> HelpUnplugged<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Hostage and Missing Families Forum</p>
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801. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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805. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="614" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8280" style="width:865px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x180.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x460.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1160w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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808. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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812. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> HelpUnplugged is an AI portable assistance for off-the-grid health concerns. Currently, no smart diagnostic tools with offline capabilities exist for public use. No offline messaging systems exist to link patients with medical help directly. Unwell hikers in remote locations face gnawing worry and possible danger. In Arizona County, 12 hikers died from medical emergencies in remote locations over just 13 years.&nbsp;</p>
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816. <p>HelpUnplugged would be an AI diagnostic tool that functions completely offline; obtaining vital signs and symptoms, processing data, and signaling help. HelpUnlpugeed will ensure that hikers in peril are aware of their condition and prevent further complications.&nbsp;</p>
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820. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
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824. <p><em>“Startups at Spring was an amazing experience. The project I pitched related to neural networks and offline communication, but participating in Startups at Spring taught me far more than just machine learning &#8212; from the mechanics of marketing to the technicality of TAM calculations. I hope to use what I have learned in college and beyond, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to compete.”</em></p>
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828. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/HelpUnplugged.pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.</a></p>
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832. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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836. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="682" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8277" style="width:376px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-300x200.jpg 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-768x512.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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839. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>First Place (awarded $5,000)</strong></h2>
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843. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Claw-Some Cash Cats<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Zitao (Tommy) D. (Grade 10), Charan S. (Grade 10), and Anshay C. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Silicon Valley<br></p>
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847. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> flAIvr<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Amnesty International</p>
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851. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> Video call an AI chef anytime, anywhere. It is difficult for inexperienced home cooks and people who just want to cook something with the ingredients and equipment they have in hand to actually have a good cooking experience. More than half of Americans struggle with the most basic recipes. Pacing, unfamiliar or difficult techniques, and inaccessible ingredients and equipment all cause this struggle.&nbsp;</p>
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855. <p>flAIvr is a personalized AI cooking assistant that guides users through video calls with the AI for guidance and assistance in their cooking.&nbsp;</p>
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863. <figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="578" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8259" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-768x434.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2.png 1096w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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870. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
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874. <p><em>“The Startup at Spring contest has been an incredible journey for the three of us. The process of turning a creative idea into a feasible business was a valuable opportunity for us to gain entrepreneurial experience and have fun along the way. We are proud to donate our cash prize to Amnesty International to help defend the human rights of oppressed groups worldwide. Lastly, we would like to thank Ms. Silva for her dedication and generous support throughout our journey.”</em></p>
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878. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/flAIvr%20(002).pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
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882. <p>Congratulations to all the students who participated!&nbsp;</p>
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886. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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890. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Expert Judging Panel</strong></h2>
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894. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="427" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8273" style="width:365px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners.jpg 640w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /></figure></div>
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897. <p><strong>Mr. Gordon Green</strong> is Co-Founder / Partner at Jordan Partners. Before forming Jordan, he spent eleven years at Light Street Capital in Palo Alto investing in public and private technology companies globally. While at Light Street, Gordon served on the Investment Committee and helped the firm scale from approximately $30M to $3B in AUM across long/short, long-only, and growth equity vehicles. Prior to Light Street, Gordon started his career as an analyst in the Financial Institutions Group at UBS in New York, where he advised banks and insurance companies on M&amp;A and capital markets activities.&nbsp;</p>
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901. <p>Gordon earned a bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a concentration in Finance from the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce.</p>
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912. <p><strong>Mr. David Jen</strong> serves as the Managing Director of Finance and Corporate Development at X, Alphabet&#8217;s Moonshot Factory, where he is responsible for driving business growth through strategic planning and partnerships. In this role, David has led investments in self-driving cars (Waymo), drone delivery (Wing), novel approaches to cyber security (Chronicle), as well as Alphabet&#8217;s bets in sustainability and accessibility.</p>
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916. <p>In addition to his full-time role at X, David is also a board member at Quincus, a SaaS logistics company based in Singapore that powers some of the largest 3PLs in the world and a venture partner at UP.Partners, where he invests in technologies that will enable a greener and more accessible planet.</p>
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920. <p>Before joining X, David held various finance roles at Google and worked in consulting and banking. He is also actively involved in volunteering, serving as a board member for the Tufts University Derby School of Entrepreneurship and on the advisory committee for the Asian American Fund. In his free time, David enjoys binge-watching TV from the 90s, listening to music he’s embarrassed to tell people about, and hanging out with his wife and two young children.</p>
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928. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="256" height="256" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8275" style="width:200px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit.png 256w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit-150x150.png 150w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit-75x75.png 75w" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" /></figure></div>
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931. <p><strong>Mr. Amrit Saxena</strong> is the Founder &amp; CEO of SaxeCap, an AI transformation and private equity investment firm that conducts AI-levered buyouts and transforms enterprises with AI &amp; automation technology. Additionally, he has successfully founded &amp; sold two AI companies (<a href="http://stella.ai/">Stella.ai</a> and Fancy That) and is an active angel investor in data, AI, web3, and enterprise software companies in Silicon Valley, investing in 200+ early-stage technology companies (including several unicorns and companies that have gone public), private businesses, and PE/VC funds.</p>
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935. <p>Prior to SaxeCap, Amrit founded and scaled Stella, a talent-sourcing AI company, to over 150 large enterprise clients (including 10% of the Fortune 500), leading technology (data science, product, engineering, etc.) and operations (pre-sales, client integrations, etc.). Stella was sold to Cornell Capital and Trilantic Capital Partners in a $1B+ private equity transaction in 2021. Additionally, Amrit founded, scaled, and sold Fancy That, a retail AI company, to Palantir (NYSE: PLTR) in 2015.&nbsp; Between his two AI startups, Amrit has experience buying a company, selling two companies, and scaling teams from zero to 50+ people. Amrit previously worked at Bain &amp; Company, Groupon, AmEx, and e2e Analytics and taught and researched AI at Stanford University &amp; MIT.</p>
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939. <p>He received his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence and M.S. in Management Science &amp; Engineering with a concentration in Operations Research, both from Stanford University with Distinction. Additionally, he has garnered numerous accolades, including being awarded seven U.S. patents (relating to AI and optimization), a three-time finalist in the United States of America Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO), winner of the American Mathematics Competition (AMC), finalist in the United States Physics Olympiad (USAPhO), Congressional Award Gold Medalist, Research Science Institute (RSI) Scholar, American Regions Math League (ARML) winner, and was selected for the President&#8217;s Award for Academic Excellence and the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honors Society while at Stanford.</p>
940. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ca/fremont/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-7">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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961. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, [&#8230;]</p>
962. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/brooklyn/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-6">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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965. <p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, product, or service from inception to implementation? One that would also impress a panel of judges made up of industry professionals? That’s what a group of educators discovered at the Startups at Spring Competition.&nbsp;</p>
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969. <p>The competition is open to high school students attending a Spring Education school and focuses on a specific type of business start-up. This year’s theme was creativity and it allowed the students to think outside of the box and present their ideas, first to their local school, and then one team from each school was selected and invited to attend a network-wide competition. Students then made the same presentation but, instead of it being in front of their peers and school administration, it was in front of industry professionals.&nbsp;</p>
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973. <p>The professionals judge the competition on the feasibility and profitability of each idea presented. Judges listened to see if the teams explained their business idea clearly, was it unique, and implemented the year’s theme. Beyond those basic judging expectations, they also sought to see if the team understood and addressed the financial challenges of starting a business, did they effectively present their market strategy, and could they answer confidently improvisational questions regarding their “pitch”.&nbsp;</p>
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977. <p>Ms. Jaymie Silva, BASIS Independent Schools Subject Expert Teacher and organizer of the competition said, “I’m always impressed by what our students are capable of and I appreciate that this competition is open to all high school students across our network of schools. These students develop their ideas and compete in their free time and the passion and engagement in their projects show. They are truly dedicated to making our future world better with their ideas and I can’t wait to see what they come up with next!”&nbsp;</p>
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988. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Third Place (awarded $2,000)</strong></h2>
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992. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Inclusive Experience Corp<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Stella C. (Grade 10) and Dashiell S. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Manhattan<br></p>
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996. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO)<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Adaptive Design Association</p>
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1004. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8279" style="width:907px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x432.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1057w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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1007. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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1009.  
1010.  
1011. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> As music enthusiasts continue to bemoan outrageous concert prices and how they aren’t able to attend concerts due to economic conflicts, they forget that most venues aren’t even accessible to all fans.&nbsp;</p>
1012.  
1013.  
1014.  
1015. <p>The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO) would make the concert experience available for those who have a disability that prevents them from physically attending the venue but still want to enjoy their favorite singer&#8217;s performances. Through virtual reality, we plan on solving this issue as well as addressing physiological and psychological disabilities.</p>
1016.  
1017.  
1018.  
1019. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
1020.  
1021.  
1022.  
1023. <p><em>“We want to say we are proud of ourselves as we are some of the younger participants and we feel inspired that we were able to bring an altruistic purpose to this competition.”</em></p>
1024.  
1025.  
1026.  
1027. <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1E_zmmpb7vvlcZEDXbLhD-9tVlUPFDx7l8VhME9d9QZA/edit#slide=id.g2ac9051ea58_0_4456">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
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1029.  
1030.  
1031. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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1034. <div class="wp-block-image">
1035. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="264" height="256" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-3.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8272" style="width:233px;height:auto"/></figure></div>
1036.  
1037.  
1038. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Second Place (awarded $3,000)</strong></h2>
1039.  
1040.  
1041.  
1042. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Slidebean<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Shoshana E. (Grade 12)<br><strong>School:</strong> Laurel Springs<br></p>
1043.  
1044.  
1045.  
1046. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> HelpUnplugged<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Hostage and Missing Families Forum</p>
1047.  
1048.  
1049.  
1050. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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1054. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="614" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8280" style="width:865px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x180.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x460.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1160w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
1055.  
1056.  
1057. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1058.  
1059.  
1060.  
1061. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> HelpUnplugged is an AI portable assistance for off-the-grid health concerns. Currently, no smart diagnostic tools with offline capabilities exist for public use. No offline messaging systems exist to link patients with medical help directly. Unwell hikers in remote locations face gnawing worry and possible danger. In Arizona County, 12 hikers died from medical emergencies in remote locations over just 13 years.&nbsp;</p>
1062.  
1063.  
1064.  
1065. <p>HelpUnplugged would be an AI diagnostic tool that functions completely offline; obtaining vital signs and symptoms, processing data, and signaling help. HelpUnlpugeed will ensure that hikers in peril are aware of their condition and prevent further complications.&nbsp;</p>
1066.  
1067.  
1068.  
1069. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
1070.  
1071.  
1072.  
1073. <p><em>“Startups at Spring was an amazing experience. The project I pitched related to neural networks and offline communication, but participating in Startups at Spring taught me far more than just machine learning &#8212; from the mechanics of marketing to the technicality of TAM calculations. I hope to use what I have learned in college and beyond, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to compete.”</em></p>
1074.  
1075.  
1076.  
1077. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/HelpUnplugged.pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.</a></p>
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1081. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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1085. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="682" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8277" style="width:376px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-300x200.jpg 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-768x512.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
1086.  
1087.  
1088. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>First Place (awarded $5,000)</strong></h2>
1089.  
1090.  
1091.  
1092. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Claw-Some Cash Cats<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Zitao (Tommy) D. (Grade 10), Charan S. (Grade 10), and Anshay C. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Silicon Valley<br></p>
1093.  
1094.  
1095.  
1096. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> flAIvr<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Amnesty International</p>
1097.  
1098.  
1099.  
1100. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> Video call an AI chef anytime, anywhere. It is difficult for inexperienced home cooks and people who just want to cook something with the ingredients and equipment they have in hand to actually have a good cooking experience. More than half of Americans struggle with the most basic recipes. Pacing, unfamiliar or difficult techniques, and inaccessible ingredients and equipment all cause this struggle.&nbsp;</p>
1101.  
1102.  
1103.  
1104. <p>flAIvr is a personalized AI cooking assistant that guides users through video calls with the AI for guidance and assistance in their cooking.&nbsp;</p>
1105.  
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1112. <figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="578" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8259" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-768x434.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2.png 1096w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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1115. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1116.  
1117.  
1118.  
1119. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
1120.  
1121.  
1122.  
1123. <p><em>“The Startup at Spring contest has been an incredible journey for the three of us. The process of turning a creative idea into a feasible business was a valuable opportunity for us to gain entrepreneurial experience and have fun along the way. We are proud to donate our cash prize to Amnesty International to help defend the human rights of oppressed groups worldwide. Lastly, we would like to thank Ms. Silva for her dedication and generous support throughout our journey.”</em></p>
1124.  
1125.  
1126.  
1127. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/flAIvr%20(002).pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
1128.  
1129.  
1130.  
1131. <p>Congratulations to all the students who participated!&nbsp;</p>
1132.  
1133.  
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1135. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1136.  
1137.  
1138.  
1139. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Expert Judging Panel</strong></h2>
1140.  
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1143. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="427" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8273" style="width:365px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners.jpg 640w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /></figure></div>
1144.  
1145.  
1146. <p><strong>Mr. Gordon Green</strong> is Co-Founder / Partner at Jordan Partners. Before forming Jordan, he spent eleven years at Light Street Capital in Palo Alto investing in public and private technology companies globally. While at Light Street, Gordon served on the Investment Committee and helped the firm scale from approximately $30M to $3B in AUM across long/short, long-only, and growth equity vehicles. Prior to Light Street, Gordon started his career as an analyst in the Financial Institutions Group at UBS in New York, where he advised banks and insurance companies on M&amp;A and capital markets activities.&nbsp;</p>
1147.  
1148.  
1149.  
1150. <p>Gordon earned a bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a concentration in Finance from the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce.</p>
1151.  
1152.  
1153.  
1154. <p></p>
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1158. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="884" height="1024" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-884x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8276" style="width:220px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-884x1024.png 884w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-259x300.png 259w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-768x890.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen.png 960w" sizes="(max-width: 884px) 100vw, 884px" /></figure></div>
1159.  
1160.  
1161. <p><strong>Mr. David Jen</strong> serves as the Managing Director of Finance and Corporate Development at X, Alphabet&#8217;s Moonshot Factory, where he is responsible for driving business growth through strategic planning and partnerships. In this role, David has led investments in self-driving cars (Waymo), drone delivery (Wing), novel approaches to cyber security (Chronicle), as well as Alphabet&#8217;s bets in sustainability and accessibility.</p>
1162.  
1163.  
1164.  
1165. <p>In addition to his full-time role at X, David is also a board member at Quincus, a SaaS logistics company based in Singapore that powers some of the largest 3PLs in the world and a venture partner at UP.Partners, where he invests in technologies that will enable a greener and more accessible planet.</p>
1166.  
1167.  
1168.  
1169. <p>Before joining X, David held various finance roles at Google and worked in consulting and banking. He is also actively involved in volunteering, serving as a board member for the Tufts University Derby School of Entrepreneurship and on the advisory committee for the Asian American Fund. In his free time, David enjoys binge-watching TV from the 90s, listening to music he’s embarrassed to tell people about, and hanging out with his wife and two young children.</p>
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1173. <p></p>
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1177. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="256" height="256" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8275" style="width:200px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit.png 256w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit-150x150.png 150w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit-75x75.png 75w" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" /></figure></div>
1178.  
1179.  
1180. <p><strong>Mr. Amrit Saxena</strong> is the Founder &amp; CEO of SaxeCap, an AI transformation and private equity investment firm that conducts AI-levered buyouts and transforms enterprises with AI &amp; automation technology. Additionally, he has successfully founded &amp; sold two AI companies (<a href="http://stella.ai/">Stella.ai</a> and Fancy That) and is an active angel investor in data, AI, web3, and enterprise software companies in Silicon Valley, investing in 200+ early-stage technology companies (including several unicorns and companies that have gone public), private businesses, and PE/VC funds.</p>
1181.  
1182.  
1183.  
1184. <p>Prior to SaxeCap, Amrit founded and scaled Stella, a talent-sourcing AI company, to over 150 large enterprise clients (including 10% of the Fortune 500), leading technology (data science, product, engineering, etc.) and operations (pre-sales, client integrations, etc.). Stella was sold to Cornell Capital and Trilantic Capital Partners in a $1B+ private equity transaction in 2021. Additionally, Amrit founded, scaled, and sold Fancy That, a retail AI company, to Palantir (NYSE: PLTR) in 2015.&nbsp; Between his two AI startups, Amrit has experience buying a company, selling two companies, and scaling teams from zero to 50+ people. Amrit previously worked at Bain &amp; Company, Groupon, AmEx, and e2e Analytics and taught and researched AI at Stanford University &amp; MIT.</p>
1185.  
1186.  
1187.  
1188. <p>He received his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence and M.S. in Management Science &amp; Engineering with a concentration in Operations Research, both from Stanford University with Distinction. Additionally, he has garnered numerous accolades, including being awarded seven U.S. patents (relating to AI and optimization), a three-time finalist in the United States of America Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO), winner of the American Mathematics Competition (AMC), finalist in the United States Physics Olympiad (USAPhO), Congressional Award Gold Medalist, Research Science Institute (RSI) Scholar, American Regions Math League (ARML) winner, and was selected for the President&#8217;s Award for Academic Excellence and the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honors Society while at Stanford.</p>
1189. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/brooklyn/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-6">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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1210. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, [&#8230;]</p>
1211. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-5">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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1214. <p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, product, or service from inception to implementation? One that would also impress a panel of judges made up of industry professionals? That’s what a group of educators discovered at the Startups at Spring Competition.&nbsp;</p>
1215.  
1216.  
1217.  
1218. <p>The competition is open to high school students attending a Spring Education school and focuses on a specific type of business start-up. This year’s theme was creativity and it allowed the students to think outside of the box and present their ideas, first to their local school, and then one team from each school was selected and invited to attend a network-wide competition. Students then made the same presentation but, instead of it being in front of their peers and school administration, it was in front of industry professionals.&nbsp;</p>
1219.  
1220.  
1221.  
1222. <p>The professionals judge the competition on the feasibility and profitability of each idea presented. Judges listened to see if the teams explained their business idea clearly, was it unique, and implemented the year’s theme. Beyond those basic judging expectations, they also sought to see if the team understood and addressed the financial challenges of starting a business, did they effectively present their market strategy, and could they answer confidently improvisational questions regarding their “pitch”.&nbsp;</p>
1223.  
1224.  
1225.  
1226. <p>Ms. Jaymie Silva, BASIS Independent Schools Subject Expert Teacher and organizer of the competition said, “I’m always impressed by what our students are capable of and I appreciate that this competition is open to all high school students across our network of schools. These students develop their ideas and compete in their free time and the passion and engagement in their projects show. They are truly dedicated to making our future world better with their ideas and I can’t wait to see what they come up with next!”&nbsp;</p>
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1230. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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1234. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="768" height="1024" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-768x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8274" style="width:179px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></figure></div>
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1236.  
1237. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Third Place (awarded $2,000)</strong></h2>
1238.  
1239.  
1240.  
1241. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Inclusive Experience Corp<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Stella C. (Grade 10) and Dashiell S. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Manhattan<br></p>
1242.  
1243.  
1244.  
1245. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO)<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Adaptive Design Association</p>
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1247.  
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1249. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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1253. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8279" style="width:907px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x432.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1057w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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1256. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1257.  
1258.  
1259.  
1260. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> As music enthusiasts continue to bemoan outrageous concert prices and how they aren’t able to attend concerts due to economic conflicts, they forget that most venues aren’t even accessible to all fans.&nbsp;</p>
1261.  
1262.  
1263.  
1264. <p>The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO) would make the concert experience available for those who have a disability that prevents them from physically attending the venue but still want to enjoy their favorite singer&#8217;s performances. Through virtual reality, we plan on solving this issue as well as addressing physiological and psychological disabilities.</p>
1265.  
1266.  
1267.  
1268. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
1269.  
1270.  
1271.  
1272. <p><em>“We want to say we are proud of ourselves as we are some of the younger participants and we feel inspired that we were able to bring an altruistic purpose to this competition.”</em></p>
1273.  
1274.  
1275.  
1276. <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1E_zmmpb7vvlcZEDXbLhD-9tVlUPFDx7l8VhME9d9QZA/edit#slide=id.g2ac9051ea58_0_4456">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
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1285.  
1286.  
1287. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Second Place (awarded $3,000)</strong></h2>
1288.  
1289.  
1290.  
1291. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Slidebean<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Shoshana E. (Grade 12)<br><strong>School:</strong> Laurel Springs<br></p>
1292.  
1293.  
1294.  
1295. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> HelpUnplugged<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Hostage and Missing Families Forum</p>
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1303. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="614" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8280" style="width:865px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x180.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x460.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1160w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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1305.  
1306. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1307.  
1308.  
1309.  
1310. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> HelpUnplugged is an AI portable assistance for off-the-grid health concerns. Currently, no smart diagnostic tools with offline capabilities exist for public use. No offline messaging systems exist to link patients with medical help directly. Unwell hikers in remote locations face gnawing worry and possible danger. In Arizona County, 12 hikers died from medical emergencies in remote locations over just 13 years.&nbsp;</p>
1311.  
1312.  
1313.  
1314. <p>HelpUnplugged would be an AI diagnostic tool that functions completely offline; obtaining vital signs and symptoms, processing data, and signaling help. HelpUnlpugeed will ensure that hikers in peril are aware of their condition and prevent further complications.&nbsp;</p>
1315.  
1316.  
1317.  
1318. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
1319.  
1320.  
1321.  
1322. <p><em>“Startups at Spring was an amazing experience. The project I pitched related to neural networks and offline communication, but participating in Startups at Spring taught me far more than just machine learning &#8212; from the mechanics of marketing to the technicality of TAM calculations. I hope to use what I have learned in college and beyond, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to compete.”</em></p>
1323.  
1324.  
1325.  
1326. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/HelpUnplugged.pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.</a></p>
1327.  
1328.  
1329.  
1330. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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1333. <div class="wp-block-image">
1334. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="682" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8277" style="width:376px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-300x200.jpg 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-768x512.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
1335.  
1336.  
1337. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>First Place (awarded $5,000)</strong></h2>
1338.  
1339.  
1340.  
1341. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Claw-Some Cash Cats<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Zitao (Tommy) D. (Grade 10), Charan S. (Grade 10), and Anshay C. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Silicon Valley<br></p>
1342.  
1343.  
1344.  
1345. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> flAIvr<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Amnesty International</p>
1346.  
1347.  
1348.  
1349. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> Video call an AI chef anytime, anywhere. It is difficult for inexperienced home cooks and people who just want to cook something with the ingredients and equipment they have in hand to actually have a good cooking experience. More than half of Americans struggle with the most basic recipes. Pacing, unfamiliar or difficult techniques, and inaccessible ingredients and equipment all cause this struggle.&nbsp;</p>
1350.  
1351.  
1352.  
1353. <p>flAIvr is a personalized AI cooking assistant that guides users through video calls with the AI for guidance and assistance in their cooking.&nbsp;</p>
1354.  
1355.  
1356.  
1357. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1358.  
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1360. <div class="wp-block-image">
1361. <figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="578" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8259" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-768x434.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2.png 1096w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
1362.  
1363.  
1364. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1365.  
1366.  
1367.  
1368. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
1369.  
1370.  
1371.  
1372. <p><em>“The Startup at Spring contest has been an incredible journey for the three of us. The process of turning a creative idea into a feasible business was a valuable opportunity for us to gain entrepreneurial experience and have fun along the way. We are proud to donate our cash prize to Amnesty International to help defend the human rights of oppressed groups worldwide. Lastly, we would like to thank Ms. Silva for her dedication and generous support throughout our journey.”</em></p>
1373.  
1374.  
1375.  
1376. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/flAIvr%20(002).pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
1377.  
1378.  
1379.  
1380. <p>Congratulations to all the students who participated!&nbsp;</p>
1381.  
1382.  
1383.  
1384. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1385.  
1386.  
1387.  
1388. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Expert Judging Panel</strong></h2>
1389.  
1390.  
1391. <div class="wp-block-image">
1392. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="427" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8273" style="width:365px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners.jpg 640w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /></figure></div>
1393.  
1394.  
1395. <p><strong>Mr. Gordon Green</strong> is Co-Founder / Partner at Jordan Partners. Before forming Jordan, he spent eleven years at Light Street Capital in Palo Alto investing in public and private technology companies globally. While at Light Street, Gordon served on the Investment Committee and helped the firm scale from approximately $30M to $3B in AUM across long/short, long-only, and growth equity vehicles. Prior to Light Street, Gordon started his career as an analyst in the Financial Institutions Group at UBS in New York, where he advised banks and insurance companies on M&amp;A and capital markets activities.&nbsp;</p>
1396.  
1397.  
1398.  
1399. <p>Gordon earned a bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a concentration in Finance from the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce.</p>
1400.  
1401.  
1402.  
1403. <p></p>
1404.  
1405.  
1406. <div class="wp-block-image">
1407. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="884" height="1024" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-884x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8276" style="width:220px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-884x1024.png 884w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-259x300.png 259w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-768x890.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen.png 960w" sizes="(max-width: 884px) 100vw, 884px" /></figure></div>
1408.  
1409.  
1410. <p><strong>Mr. David Jen</strong> serves as the Managing Director of Finance and Corporate Development at X, Alphabet&#8217;s Moonshot Factory, where he is responsible for driving business growth through strategic planning and partnerships. In this role, David has led investments in self-driving cars (Waymo), drone delivery (Wing), novel approaches to cyber security (Chronicle), as well as Alphabet&#8217;s bets in sustainability and accessibility.</p>
1411.  
1412.  
1413.  
1414. <p>In addition to his full-time role at X, David is also a board member at Quincus, a SaaS logistics company based in Singapore that powers some of the largest 3PLs in the world and a venture partner at UP.Partners, where he invests in technologies that will enable a greener and more accessible planet.</p>
1415.  
1416.  
1417.  
1418. <p>Before joining X, David held various finance roles at Google and worked in consulting and banking. He is also actively involved in volunteering, serving as a board member for the Tufts University Derby School of Entrepreneurship and on the advisory committee for the Asian American Fund. In his free time, David enjoys binge-watching TV from the 90s, listening to music he’s embarrassed to tell people about, and hanging out with his wife and two young children.</p>
1419.  
1420.  
1421.  
1422. <p></p>
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1425. <div class="wp-block-image">
1426. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="256" height="256" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8275" style="width:200px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit.png 256w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit-150x150.png 150w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit-75x75.png 75w" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" /></figure></div>
1427.  
1428.  
1429. <p><strong>Mr. Amrit Saxena</strong> is the Founder &amp; CEO of SaxeCap, an AI transformation and private equity investment firm that conducts AI-levered buyouts and transforms enterprises with AI &amp; automation technology. Additionally, he has successfully founded &amp; sold two AI companies (<a href="http://stella.ai/">Stella.ai</a> and Fancy That) and is an active angel investor in data, AI, web3, and enterprise software companies in Silicon Valley, investing in 200+ early-stage technology companies (including several unicorns and companies that have gone public), private businesses, and PE/VC funds.</p>
1430.  
1431.  
1432.  
1433. <p>Prior to SaxeCap, Amrit founded and scaled Stella, a talent-sourcing AI company, to over 150 large enterprise clients (including 10% of the Fortune 500), leading technology (data science, product, engineering, etc.) and operations (pre-sales, client integrations, etc.). Stella was sold to Cornell Capital and Trilantic Capital Partners in a $1B+ private equity transaction in 2021. Additionally, Amrit founded, scaled, and sold Fancy That, a retail AI company, to Palantir (NYSE: PLTR) in 2015.&nbsp; Between his two AI startups, Amrit has experience buying a company, selling two companies, and scaling teams from zero to 50+ people. Amrit previously worked at Bain &amp; Company, Groupon, AmEx, and e2e Analytics and taught and researched AI at Stanford University &amp; MIT.</p>
1434.  
1435.  
1436.  
1437. <p>He received his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence and M.S. in Management Science &amp; Engineering with a concentration in Operations Research, both from Stanford University with Distinction. Additionally, he has garnered numerous accolades, including being awarded seven U.S. patents (relating to AI and optimization), a three-time finalist in the United States of America Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO), winner of the American Mathematics Competition (AMC), finalist in the United States Physics Olympiad (USAPhO), Congressional Award Gold Medalist, Research Science Institute (RSI) Scholar, American Regions Math League (ARML) winner, and was selected for the President&#8217;s Award for Academic Excellence and the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honors Society while at Stanford.</p>
1438. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/ny/manhattan/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-5">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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1447. <title>2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</title>
1448. <link>https://basisindependent.com/schools/wa/bellevue/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-4</link>
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1452. <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 13:30:56 +0000</pubDate>
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1459. <description><![CDATA[<p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, [&#8230;]</p>
1460. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/wa/bellevue/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-4">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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1463. <p>Thinking of a creative and unique business idea is a challenge for even the globe&#8217;s most talented and proven business professionals. Give that same challenge to a group of high school students all attending exceptional schools and the results are sure to impress. How could students in Grades 9 – 12 create a start-up idea, product, or service from inception to implementation? One that would also impress a panel of judges made up of industry professionals? That’s what a group of educators discovered at the Startups at Spring Competition.&nbsp;</p>
1464.  
1465.  
1466.  
1467. <p>The competition is open to high school students attending a Spring Education school and focuses on a specific type of business start-up. This year’s theme was creativity and it allowed the students to think outside of the box and present their ideas, first to their local school, and then one team from each school was selected and invited to attend a network-wide competition. Students then made the same presentation but, instead of it being in front of their peers and school administration, it was in front of industry professionals.&nbsp;</p>
1468.  
1469.  
1470.  
1471. <p>The professionals judge the competition on the feasibility and profitability of each idea presented. Judges listened to see if the teams explained their business idea clearly, was it unique, and implemented the year’s theme. Beyond those basic judging expectations, they also sought to see if the team understood and addressed the financial challenges of starting a business, did they effectively present their market strategy, and could they answer confidently improvisational questions regarding their “pitch”.&nbsp;</p>
1472.  
1473.  
1474.  
1475. <p>Ms. Jaymie Silva, BASIS Independent Schools Subject Expert Teacher and organizer of the competition said, “I’m always impressed by what our students are capable of and I appreciate that this competition is open to all high school students across our network of schools. These students develop their ideas and compete in their free time and the passion and engagement in their projects show. They are truly dedicated to making our future world better with their ideas and I can’t wait to see what they come up with next!”&nbsp;</p>
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1477.  
1478.  
1479. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1480.  
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1482. <div class="wp-block-image">
1483. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="768" height="1024" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-768x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8274" style="width:179px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Image-2-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></figure></div>
1484.  
1485.  
1486. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Third Place (awarded $2,000)</strong></h2>
1487.  
1488.  
1489.  
1490. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Inclusive Experience Corp<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Stella C. (Grade 10) and Dashiell S. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Manhattan<br></p>
1491.  
1492.  
1493.  
1494. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO)<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Adaptive Design Association</p>
1495.  
1496.  
1497.  
1498. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1499.  
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1501. <div class="wp-block-image">
1502. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8279" style="width:907px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x576.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x432.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1057w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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1504.  
1505. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1506.  
1507.  
1508.  
1509. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> As music enthusiasts continue to bemoan outrageous concert prices and how they aren’t able to attend concerts due to economic conflicts, they forget that most venues aren’t even accessible to all fans.&nbsp;</p>
1510.  
1511.  
1512.  
1513. <p>The Inclusive Experience Organization (TIEO) would make the concert experience available for those who have a disability that prevents them from physically attending the venue but still want to enjoy their favorite singer&#8217;s performances. Through virtual reality, we plan on solving this issue as well as addressing physiological and psychological disabilities.</p>
1514.  
1515.  
1516.  
1517. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
1518.  
1519.  
1520.  
1521. <p><em>“We want to say we are proud of ourselves as we are some of the younger participants and we feel inspired that we were able to bring an altruistic purpose to this competition.”</em></p>
1522.  
1523.  
1524.  
1525. <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1E_zmmpb7vvlcZEDXbLhD-9tVlUPFDx7l8VhME9d9QZA/edit#slide=id.g2ac9051ea58_0_4456">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
1526.  
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1529. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
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1532. <div class="wp-block-image">
1533. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="264" height="256" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-3.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8272" style="width:233px;height:auto"/></figure></div>
1534.  
1535.  
1536. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Second Place (awarded $3,000)</strong></h2>
1537.  
1538.  
1539.  
1540. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Slidebean<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Shoshana E. (Grade 12)<br><strong>School:</strong> Laurel Springs<br></p>
1541.  
1542.  
1543.  
1544. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> HelpUnplugged<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Hostage and Missing Families Forum</p>
1545.  
1546.  
1547.  
1548. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1549.  
1550.  
1551. <div class="wp-block-image">
1552. <figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="614" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8280" style="width:865px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-1024x614.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-300x180.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4-768x460.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-4.png 1160w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
1553.  
1554.  
1555. <div style="height:27px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1556.  
1557.  
1558.  
1559. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> HelpUnplugged is an AI portable assistance for off-the-grid health concerns. Currently, no smart diagnostic tools with offline capabilities exist for public use. No offline messaging systems exist to link patients with medical help directly. Unwell hikers in remote locations face gnawing worry and possible danger. In Arizona County, 12 hikers died from medical emergencies in remote locations over just 13 years.&nbsp;</p>
1560.  
1561.  
1562.  
1563. <p>HelpUnplugged would be an AI diagnostic tool that functions completely offline; obtaining vital signs and symptoms, processing data, and signaling help. HelpUnlpugeed will ensure that hikers in peril are aware of their condition and prevent further complications.&nbsp;</p>
1564.  
1565.  
1566.  
1567. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
1568.  
1569.  
1570.  
1571. <p><em>“Startups at Spring was an amazing experience. The project I pitched related to neural networks and offline communication, but participating in Startups at Spring taught me far more than just machine learning &#8212; from the mechanics of marketing to the technicality of TAM calculations. I hope to use what I have learned in college and beyond, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to compete.”</em></p>
1572.  
1573.  
1574.  
1575. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/HelpUnplugged.pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.</a></p>
1576.  
1577.  
1578.  
1579. <div style="height:45px" aria-hidden="true" class="wp-block-spacer"></div>
1580.  
1581.  
1582. <div class="wp-block-image">
1583. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="682" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8277" style="width:376px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-300x200.jpg 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-768x512.jpg 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Business-Pitch-Challenge-2-002.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
1584.  
1585.  
1586. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>First Place (awarded $5,000)</strong></h2>
1587.  
1588.  
1589.  
1590. <p><strong>Team Name:</strong> Claw-Some Cash Cats<br><strong>Team Members: </strong>Zitao (Tommy) D. (Grade 10), Charan S. (Grade 10), and Anshay C. (Grade 10)<br><strong>School:</strong> BASIS Independent Silicon Valley<br></p>
1591.  
1592.  
1593.  
1594. <p><strong>Start-Up:</strong> flAIvr<br><strong>Selected Charity:</strong> Amnesty International</p>
1595.  
1596.  
1597.  
1598. <p><strong>Pitch:</strong> Video call an AI chef anytime, anywhere. It is difficult for inexperienced home cooks and people who just want to cook something with the ingredients and equipment they have in hand to actually have a good cooking experience. More than half of Americans struggle with the most basic recipes. Pacing, unfamiliar or difficult techniques, and inaccessible ingredients and equipment all cause this struggle.&nbsp;</p>
1599.  
1600.  
1601.  
1602. <p>flAIvr is a personalized AI cooking assistant that guides users through video calls with the AI for guidance and assistance in their cooking.&nbsp;</p>
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1610. <figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="578" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8259" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-1024x578.png 1024w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-300x169.png 300w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2-768x434.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/image-2.png 1096w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></div>
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1615.  
1616.  
1617. <p><strong>Team Take Away</strong></p>
1618.  
1619.  
1620.  
1621. <p><em>“The Startup at Spring contest has been an incredible journey for the three of us. The process of turning a creative idea into a feasible business was a valuable opportunity for us to gain entrepreneurial experience and have fun along the way. We are proud to donate our cash prize to Amnesty International to help defend the human rights of oppressed groups worldwide. Lastly, we would like to thank Ms. Silva for her dedication and generous support throughout our journey.”</em></p>
1622.  
1623.  
1624.  
1625. <p><a href="https://info.basisindependent.com/hubfs/flAIvr%20(002).pdf">To view their entire presentation, click here.&nbsp;</a></p>
1626.  
1627.  
1628.  
1629. <p>Congratulations to all the students who participated!&nbsp;</p>
1630.  
1631.  
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1634.  
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1636.  
1637. <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Expert Judging Panel</strong></h2>
1638.  
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1641. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="640" height="427" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8273" style="width:365px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners.jpg 640w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LNKD-Gordon-Green_Jordan-Partners-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /></figure></div>
1642.  
1643.  
1644. <p><strong>Mr. Gordon Green</strong> is Co-Founder / Partner at Jordan Partners. Before forming Jordan, he spent eleven years at Light Street Capital in Palo Alto investing in public and private technology companies globally. While at Light Street, Gordon served on the Investment Committee and helped the firm scale from approximately $30M to $3B in AUM across long/short, long-only, and growth equity vehicles. Prior to Light Street, Gordon started his career as an analyst in the Financial Institutions Group at UBS in New York, where he advised banks and insurance companies on M&amp;A and capital markets activities.&nbsp;</p>
1645.  
1646.  
1647.  
1648. <p>Gordon earned a bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a concentration in Finance from the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce.</p>
1649.  
1650.  
1651.  
1652. <p></p>
1653.  
1654.  
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1656. <figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="884" height="1024" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-884x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8276" style="width:220px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-884x1024.png 884w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-259x300.png 259w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen-768x890.png 768w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/David-Jen.png 960w" sizes="(max-width: 884px) 100vw, 884px" /></figure></div>
1657.  
1658.  
1659. <p><strong>Mr. David Jen</strong> serves as the Managing Director of Finance and Corporate Development at X, Alphabet&#8217;s Moonshot Factory, where he is responsible for driving business growth through strategic planning and partnerships. In this role, David has led investments in self-driving cars (Waymo), drone delivery (Wing), novel approaches to cyber security (Chronicle), as well as Alphabet&#8217;s bets in sustainability and accessibility.</p>
1660.  
1661.  
1662.  
1663. <p>In addition to his full-time role at X, David is also a board member at Quincus, a SaaS logistics company based in Singapore that powers some of the largest 3PLs in the world and a venture partner at UP.Partners, where he invests in technologies that will enable a greener and more accessible planet.</p>
1664.  
1665.  
1666.  
1667. <p>Before joining X, David held various finance roles at Google and worked in consulting and banking. He is also actively involved in volunteering, serving as a board member for the Tufts University Derby School of Entrepreneurship and on the advisory committee for the Asian American Fund. In his free time, David enjoys binge-watching TV from the 90s, listening to music he’s embarrassed to tell people about, and hanging out with his wife and two young children.</p>
1668.  
1669.  
1670.  
1671. <p></p>
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1673.  
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1675. <figure class="alignleft size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="256" height="256" src="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8275" style="width:200px;height:auto" srcset="https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit.png 256w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit-150x150.png 150w, https://basisindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/amrit-75x75.png 75w" sizes="(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px" /></figure></div>
1676.  
1677.  
1678. <p><strong>Mr. Amrit Saxena</strong> is the Founder &amp; CEO of SaxeCap, an AI transformation and private equity investment firm that conducts AI-levered buyouts and transforms enterprises with AI &amp; automation technology. Additionally, he has successfully founded &amp; sold two AI companies (<a href="http://stella.ai/">Stella.ai</a> and Fancy That) and is an active angel investor in data, AI, web3, and enterprise software companies in Silicon Valley, investing in 200+ early-stage technology companies (including several unicorns and companies that have gone public), private businesses, and PE/VC funds.</p>
1679.  
1680.  
1681.  
1682. <p>Prior to SaxeCap, Amrit founded and scaled Stella, a talent-sourcing AI company, to over 150 large enterprise clients (including 10% of the Fortune 500), leading technology (data science, product, engineering, etc.) and operations (pre-sales, client integrations, etc.). Stella was sold to Cornell Capital and Trilantic Capital Partners in a $1B+ private equity transaction in 2021. Additionally, Amrit founded, scaled, and sold Fancy That, a retail AI company, to Palantir (NYSE: PLTR) in 2015.&nbsp; Between his two AI startups, Amrit has experience buying a company, selling two companies, and scaling teams from zero to 50+ people. Amrit previously worked at Bain &amp; Company, Groupon, AmEx, and e2e Analytics and taught and researched AI at Stanford University &amp; MIT.</p>
1683.  
1684.  
1685.  
1686. <p>He received his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence and M.S. in Management Science &amp; Engineering with a concentration in Operations Research, both from Stanford University with Distinction. Additionally, he has garnered numerous accolades, including being awarded seven U.S. patents (relating to AI and optimization), a three-time finalist in the United States of America Mathematical Olympiad (USAMO), winner of the American Mathematics Competition (AMC), finalist in the United States Physics Olympiad (USAPhO), Congressional Award Gold Medalist, Research Science Institute (RSI) Scholar, American Regions Math League (ARML) winner, and was selected for the President&#8217;s Award for Academic Excellence and the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honors Society while at Stanford.</p>
1687. <p>The post <a href="https://basisindependent.com/schools/wa/bellevue/about/blog/2023-2024-startups-at-spring-competition-creativity-4">2023 – 2024 Startups at Spring Competition: Creativity</a> appeared first on <a href="https://basisindependent.com">BASIS Independent Schools</a>.</p>
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