StreetCode Academy

StreetCode Academy We bridge the digital divide, empowering communities of color to achieve their full potential

We provide FREE 6-week courses and one-time classes on coding, design, and entrepreneurship to students of all ages, locally in the Bay Area and across the country. We also offer FREE 1-year laptop rentals, technical support, and community events to support our local communities of color.

From idea to impact.In From Prototype to Presence, you’ll learn how to design AI-powered products and bring them into th...
04/01/2026

From idea to impact.

In From Prototype to Presence, you’ll learn how to design AI-powered products and bring them into the world.

Meet your instructor: Dr. Bryan Brown
A globally respected science educator, former Stanford Dean, and founder of his own lab—Dr. Brown has been part of StreetCode since day one. Students line up just to learn from him.

Now he’s back—teaching you how to turn ideas into reality.

Creativity meets real-world tech.In Design & Tech, you’ll learn visual storytelling and digital tools in a space built f...
04/01/2026

Creativity meets real-world tech.

In Design & Tech, you’ll learn visual storytelling and digital tools in a space built for creativity and collaboration.

Meet your instructors: Charlie & Reilly Sweetland
A powerful father-son duo, Charlie brings unmatched energy and a natural gift for teaching, while Reilly, a tech founder, helped introduce tools like Replit to our community years ago.

This isn’t just a class—it’s a creative workshop.

This is STEM like you’ve never seen it.In Kits Cubed, students dive into engineering and physics through hands-on experi...
04/01/2026

This is STEM like you’ve never seen it.

In Kits Cubed, students dive into engineering and physics through hands-on experiments and real-world learning.

Meet your instructor: Ahmed Muhammad
Oakland High’s first Black valedictorian, featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, and recognized by the Warriors for his STEM work. He’s bringing his Kits Cubed science environment to StreetCode.

A real opportunity to learn from someone who has lived it.

Where creativity begins.In this class, students will learn animation, digital art, and storytelling using tools like Pro...
04/01/2026

Where creativity begins.

In this class, students will learn animation, digital art, and storytelling using tools like Procreate.

Meet your instructor: Temilola Sobomehin
A StreetCode original—this is her 10th class. Known for bringing creativity to life, she creates spaces where kids feel confident, inspired, and excited to learn.

Her classes always fill up fast—for a reason.

Where sports meets innovation.In Sports & Tech, you’ll explore how AI is transforming athletics—from data to real-world ...
04/01/2026

Where sports meets innovation.

In Sports & Tech, you’ll explore how AI is transforming athletics—from data to real-world applications.

Meet your instructors: Dr. Mike Wu and Connie Wu
Mike earned his PhD from Stanford and built an AI-powered app that captures basketball highlights like ESPN. Now he’s teaching students how to build that same kind of technology.

Learn from someone leading the field.

This is legacy in action.In Tech Exposure, you’ll learn essential digital and AI skills guided by decades of experience....
04/01/2026

This is legacy in action.

In Tech Exposure, you’ll learn essential digital and AI skills guided by decades of experience.

Meet your instructors: Ms. Juanita Croft and Dr. Beverly Lax
Dr. Lax has taught internationally in Nairobi, and Ms. Croft has been a pillar of education in East Palo Alto for over 50 years.

Learn from leaders who have shaped generations.

Your story deserves to be heard.In Storytelling & Tech, you’ll learn how to use digital tools to capture your experience...
04/01/2026

Your story deserves to be heard.

In Storytelling & Tech, you’ll learn how to use digital tools to capture your experiences, culture, and voice.

Meet your instructor: Dr. Adam Banks
A respected Stanford professor and longtime StreetCode leader, helping students connect storytelling with technology in meaningful ways.

For all ages. For every story.

The future is shifting fast. AI is rising, jobs are changing, and too many people are feeling disconnected.Our community...
03/30/2026

The future is shifting fast. AI is rising, jobs are changing, and too many people are feeling disconnected.
Our community has always been at the forefront.
 Let’s come together, connect and build.

Join us for Keep Hope Alive, a community conversation and the kickoff to our free tech classes. April 1 | 6p at University Circle in EPA.

01/01/2026

2026 = innovation led by young creators.

Which trend are you jumping into? ⚡

Happy New Year from StreetCode. ✨The future is bright, and you’re a part of it.Wishing you growth, joy, and new opportun...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year from StreetCode. ✨

The future is bright, and you’re a part of it.

Wishing you growth, joy, and new opportunities in the year ahead.

What tech goals are you excited to take on in 2026?

12/30/2025

StreetCode’s 2026 vision? Bigger. Bolder. More. ⚡️

More access: more devices and opportunities in more hands.
More creators: students turning passion into real-world projects.
More innovation: AI, design, and coding powering new ideas.

What will you create next year?

As the year wraps up, here are the skills that open real doors:⚡ AI prompting⚡ Coding and app creation⚡ 3D design ⚡ Cybe...
12/29/2025

As the year wraps up, here are the skills that open real doors:

⚡ AI prompting
⚡ Coding and app creation
⚡ 3D design
⚡ Cyber safety skills
⚡ AI video tools

Which one are you starting next? Comment below!

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2170 Capitol Avenue
East Palo Alto, CA
94303

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Monday 4pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 4pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 4pm - 6pm

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