Networking Breakfast: AAPI Educators & Leaders: The Stories That Brought Us Here

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Networking Breakfasts are guided networking spaces that give attendees the chance to connect around similar passions or interests relevant to education. Because space is limited, advanced sign-ups are required. Tickets are $60.

Join fellow Asian American and Pacific Islander educators and leaders for a morning of connection and food rooted in storytelling and community.

Instead of starting with titles or resumes, we’ll begin with the personal journeys that brought us into education and leadership, with opportunities to share out loud, reflect quietly, or draw parts of your journey. Participants can explore moments that shaped their “why,” including experiences of culture, belonging, challenge, and resilience.

We’ll close by talking together about how we can stay connected, support one another, and continue building community beyond this gathering. Our goal is to spark authentic relationships by honoring both what we share and what makes our paths unique.

Presented by

Jen Chiou

Founder
CodeSpeak Foundation
Jen Chiou 趙燕妮 is an educator, entrepreneur, and advocate for creativity and social connection in a tech-driven world. She is the founder of CodeSpeak Labs, which has taught over 25,000 students to code, and the co-creator of Quest Craft, a program she designed with her two sons that uses role-playing games to help kids build social skills at school and at home. Quest Craft fosters creativity and empathy, immerses students in diverse cultures, and can be aligned with K-12 academic standards. Jen loves to create learning experiences that spark imagination and empower kids to build a better world.