Enlight Education's mission goes beyond academic instruction. It aims to instill a lifelong love for learning and equip students with the skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving technological world. By partnering with schools worldwide, Enlight Education ensures its innovative programs reach many students, profoundly impacting their educational journeys. The organization's past collaborations, including five schools in San Diego, one in Tijuana, Mexico, five in India, and one in China, have positively influenced numerous students, inspiring hope for a brighter future.

The session began with an introduction to the world of computers, covering essential topics such as hardware, software, and basic troubleshooting. The volunteers explained a computer's different components and functions, helping students understand the technology they use daily. The focus shifted to introducing different programming languages, and at this school, the volunteers and CFO focused mainly on Java. The practical, hands-on approach allowed students to practice these skills in real time, fostering a deeper understanding and confidence in using these tools.

The session's highlight was introducing Java programming and its basic concepts and activities. Volunteers provided a brief history of the language and its applications in web development, followed by a simple coding exercise. Students were introduced to basic code syntax and tasked with creating small interactive web elements. The excitement in the room was palpable as the boys saw their code come to life, igniting a passion for programming that many had never experienced before.

This summer, the second school Enlight Education volunteered at was the Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (TSWREIS) girls school in Narsingi (Ranga Reddy), Telangana. The staff at TSWREIS girls' school are all equipped with over three decades of experience; in addition, this school is the patronage of the Ministry of Social Welfare, in this school. Yashashree Surineni, alongside a team of committed volunteers, dedicated four and a half hours to teaching the basics of the Python programming language to 80 fourteen-year-old and fifteen-year-old girls. This effort, facilitated by Enlight Education's provision of computers, successfully ignited the girls' interest in coding and technology.

The third school Enlight Education volunteered at was the Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (TSWREIS) in Hyderabad, Telangana. The staff at TSWREIS are all equipped with over three decades of experience. This school is a patronage of the Ministry of Social Welfare, which has been improving education for the past 38 years in 268 institutions and catering to the needs of 150,000 students.

During this visit, Enlight Education's CFO, Yashashree Surineni, and a team of dedicated volunteers spent four hours teaching 180 7th and 8th-grade boys the basics of computers, various Microsoft applications, and how to use these programs effectively with the computers Enlight Education provided. Additionally, the students were introduced to the fundamentals of the programming language JavaScript, sparking their interest in coding and technology.

The session began with an introduction to the world of computers, covering essential topics such as hardware, software, and basic troubleshooting. The volunteers explained a computer's different components and functions, helping students understand the technology they use daily. The focus shifted to Microsoft applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. The volunteers demonstrated how to create and format documents, use spreadsheets for data analysis, and design engaging presentations. The practical, hands-on approach allowed students to practice these skills in real time, fostering a deeper understanding and confidence in using these tools.

The highlight of the session was the introduction to JavaScript programming. Volunteers provided a brief history of the language and its applications in web development, followed by a simple coding exercise. Students were introduced to basic code syntax and tasked to create small interactive web elements. The excitement in the room was palpable as the boys saw their code come to life, igniting a passion for programming that many had never experienced before.

The fourth school Enlight Education went to was Zilla Parishad High School. They did a two-day program taught by Yashashree Surineni and a set group of dedicated volunteers better to help the 150 fourteen-year-old and fifteen-year-old boys and girls. In this program, the first day was dedicated to teaching the students the basics of computers, including the main differences between computers and laptops, the evolution of computers, the evolution of programming languages, and how to use different Microsoft applications. On the second day, the program covered the popular programming language Python and how to program with it; after explaining the concepts all the students got to do Python programs and activities to enhance their understanding.

Sreenidhi Surineni, founder and CEO of Enlight Education, has a profound commitment to educational equity and a background in STEM. Sreenidhi envisioned an organization capable of transforming young learners' lives through immersive and accessible education. Under their steadfast leadership, Enlight Education has become a respected and influential force in the education sector, renowned for its dedication to student success and innovation. This commitment ensures the organization's continued impact and success as it expands its reach and influence in the world of education. Enlight Education is working with ten schools in California and expanding to multiple college campuses across the United States. Enlight Education's work in Hyderabad is just the beginning of a broader initiative to support STEM education in government schools across India. Enlight Education plans to expand the volunteer program to additional schools in various states, providing resources and training to local teachers and developing customized STEM curricula that align with the needs and interests of students in different regions. By leveraging its global network of educators and volunteers, Enlight Education aims to create sustainable and scalable solutions that empower the next generation of innovators and leaders.

In addition to expanding its reach within India, Enlight Education is exploring partnerships with international educational institutions and tech companies. These collaborations aim to bring global best practices to local contexts, ensuring that students in government schools receive an education on par with international standards. By doing so, Enlight Education hopes to prepare students for local job markets with successful IT companies like IdeyaLabs, Microsoft Infosys, and Tech Mahindra and opportunities worldwide.

Through these efforts, Enlight Education addresses the immediate educational needs of underserved communities and lays the foundation for long-term social and economic development. By equipping students with the skills and confidence to pursue careers in STEM fields, the organization is helping to bridge the opportunity gap and promote greater inclusivity in the tech industry. Enlight Education's vision of a world where every child can access high-quality STEM education is becoming a reality, one school at a time.

The impact of Enlight Education's initiatives is evident in the feedback from students and teachers. One of the many positive feedbacks they got from kids includes, “I never really knew that there were this many ways to program a game. I felt thrilled when my friends and I finished all the activities and coding programs and got prizes.” Many students have expressed newfound enthusiasm for subjects they previously found challenging. These positive outcomes underscore the importance of Enlight Education's work and its potential to transform education on a larger scale.

Enlight Education's commitment to providing high-quality STEM education to underserved communities paves the way for a brighter future. The organization empowers the next generation to thrive in an increasingly technological world by fostering a love for learning and equipping students with essential skills. As Enlight Education continues to expand its reach and impact, its vision of accessible, high-quality STEM education for all is steadily becoming a reality. If you want to help and support this cause, please visit the Enlight Education website to donate