Missions - Where the Magic Happens

How can California better support public school districts that fall between high-wealth and high-need categories?

CURRENT FOCUS

This mission will focus on funding for Fremont Unified School District, CA which is ‘caught in the middle’: not wealthy enough to be self-funded through property tax yet not eligible for State funding above minimum mandated amount.

The goal is to explore funding equity for districts “caught in the middle” and aims to develop practical policy ideas that reflect regional cost realities and fairness.

How can schools normalize the use of Wellness Centers and remove the stigma associated with seeking support?

Future Focus

Many students hesitate to use mental health and wellness resources due to social stigma or lack of awareness.

This mission uncovers how students perceive Wellness Centers today — and co-creates a campaign to make well-being an accepted and celebrated part of school culture.

What does it mean to be truly original in a world where AI can generate anything?

Future Focus

Generative AI is transforming how we write, design, and create — but it’s also raising urgent questions about authorship, authenticity, and learning.

This mission explores the evolving role of creativity in the age of AI, and how we might empower students to use these tools ethically while preserving the human spark at the heart of expression.