advocacy for ai in education

OUR MISSION
At AI Vanguard, our mission is simple but urgent: to ensure that students have a voice in shaping the future of artificial intelligence in education. We believe AI should be a tool that empowers learners, supports teachers, and narrows the digital divide. We work to:
Champion Equity – advocating for fair access to AI tools so that every student, regardless of background, can benefit from innovation.
Promote Ethical Use – developing policies and conversations that center transparency, accountability, and integrity in classrooms.
Amplify Student Voices – ensuring that young people are included in the decisions that will impact their learning, careers, and future.
Our mission isn’t just about technology—it’s about people. It’s about building a future where AI enhances education for all students, not just a privileged few. By uniting passionate students, educators, and partners, we are working to shape policies and practices that put equity, ethics, and empowerment at the core of AI in schools.
Together, we are making sure the future of education is one where no voice goes unheard and no student gets left behind.
Meet Our Cabinet Members
Our passionate and dedicated team brings together a diverse range of skills and expertise to deliver exceptional results.

Avery Updike
Founder & President

Timothy Yang
Vice President

Rachel Hawara
Secretary

Arya Bhakta
Chief Financial Officer

Connor Lee
VP of Marketing

Jayden Rios
VP of Marketing

Hayven Yang
VP of Research & Opportunities

Parisa Mabrooka
VP of Outreach

Aadhitya Sankaranarayanan
Director of Administration

STUDENT REPRESENTATION
Student Representatives at AI Vanguard serve as the bridge between their schools and our organization. They raise awareness about AI use in education, gather student perspectives through surveys and conversations, and help shape policy recommendations.
BECOME A REPRESENTATIVE FOR YOUR SCHOOL
AI Vanguard School Representative Interest Form
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES
Aadhitya Narayanan
Student Rep
Cypress High School
aadhityaboyscouts@gmail.com
Rayn Solangi
Student Rep
Troy High School
Ryansolangi08@gmail.com
Saiya Bhakta
Student Rep
Downey High School
saiyabhakta09@gmail.com
Derek Shusterman
Student Rep
Troy High School
derekshusterman@gmail.com
Vibha Arsid
Student Rep
Whitney Gretchen High School
vibha@arsid.com
Gabriel San Agustin
Student Rep
Whitney Gretchen High School
gabriels12y@gmail.com
Sathvik Akula
Student Rep
Oxford Academy
21akulasathvik@gmail.com
Neel Parande
Student Rep
Oxford Academy
neelparande@gmail.com
Louie Reveles
Student Rep
Gahr High School
louiereveles2010@gmail.com
Miranda Martinez
Student Rep
Cerritos High School
unblocutube@gmail.com
Sofia del Castillo
Student Rep
Cerritos High School
sofia_delcastillo@myabcusd.org
Asha Trikannad
Student Rep
Beckman High School
2asharani@gmail.com
Parisa Mabrooka
Student Rep
Cypress High School
parisa.mabrooka@gmail.com
Srivatsan Srinivasan
Student Rep
Gahr High School
Srivatsan.srinivasan75@gmail.com
