Aaron Price Fellows Program

Aaron Price Fellows Program We prepare highly motivated San Diego HS students to be responsible, engaged, & caring.

09/01/2026

Alum Carolina Barraza ('04) and Fellow Carlos ('28) were recently featured in the news for their involvement with Ocean Discovery Institute (ODI)!

Carolina, a former ODI student who now leads the organization’s Ocean Leader Program, is helping create hands-on learning opportunities in science for students in her community. Carlos is one of the Hoover High School students participating in the program, recently spending two weeks at the University of San Diego conducting college-level lab work and researching microplastic pollution at local beaches.

Through the program, Carlos and his peers collected and tested sand from Mission Beach and Tourmaline Beach, gaining firsthand experience with scientific research and learning more about the impact of microplastics on our coastline.

It’s great to see Fellows past and present connecting through opportunities that encourage the next generation of science leaders!

At the County of San Diego Operations Center, Class of 2028 Fellows learned how county government serves local communiti...
08/28/2026

At the County of San Diego Operations Center, Class of 2028 Fellows learned how county government serves local communities, including how services are funded, how residents can get involved, and the range of careers available.

They also ran into Fellows alum Jonathan Vazquez ('15), now working in the County’s Public Services Department, offering an inspiring example of where their Fellows journey can lead.

Thank you to our hosts and guest speakers:
County of San Diego Operations Center

08/26/2026

This is how you use the Aaron Price Fellows network! Fellow Noah ('27) learned about Salk’s summer internship through a class visit. When he applied and landed an interview, Fellows staff connected him with alum Andi Tran ('19), who helped him prepare.

Noah earned the internship, and his work was later featured on NBC 7 San Diego.

🎥 NBC 7 San Diego

08/20/2026

To kick off their new journey, Class of 2029 recently spent five days in Julian for Orientation Camp. 🌄

Through team-building, camp activities, and thoughtful conversations around race, identity, and socioeconomic status, Fellows reflected on their experiences, challenged assumptions, and learned from one another. By the end of the week, they left as a class with a deeper understanding of themselves and others.

: Shannon Smith ('12), "Adaptability and an eagerness to learn are what make me successful in my role. The drive to con...
08/18/2026

: Shannon Smith ('12), "Adaptability and an eagerness to learn are what make me successful in my role. The drive to continue learning from others and to never stop evolving are lessons from the Aaron Price Fellows Program that continue to stay with me."

After graduating from San Diego State University in 2017 with a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, Shannon began building a career in the automotive finance industry. Today, she serves as a Portfolio Sales Manager with Mazda Financial Services.

We hope all students returning to school today, especially our Fellows, had a great first day back!1. Class of 2027 at C...
08/10/2026

We hope all students returning to school today, especially our Fellows, had a great first day back!

1. Class of 2027 at Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, with Human Rights Campaign President Kelly Robinson
2. Class of 2028 at San Diego City Hall with Mayor Todd Gloria
3. Class of 2029 at Orientation Day at the University of San Diego

Class of 2027 Fellows Yasmeen, Molly, Ashley, and Niko recently completed U.S. Congresswoman Sara Jacobs' (D-CA-51) Dist...
08/04/2026

Class of 2027 Fellows Yasmeen, Molly, Ashley, and Niko recently completed U.S. Congresswoman Sara Jacobs' (D-CA-51) District Youth Vision Labs Program!

Fellows explored the complex issue of gun violence by examining its root causes, discussing school safety, and sharing their perspectives with local leaders. The experience provided a meaningful opportunity to strengthen their civic engagement skills while contributing thoughtful ideas on an issue that directly impacts young people and communities across the region.

Congratulations to Yasmeen, Molly, Ashley, and Niko on completing the program, and thank you to Congresswoman Sara Jacobs and her team for creating this opportunity for youth voices to be heard.

07/31/2026

This summer, Class of 2028 visited on Catalina Island for their second-year summer trip in the program!

This trip was all about stepping outside of comfort zones, exploring new ideas, and building connections. From hands-on science experiences to conversations about protecting our environment, every moment encouraged Fellows to learn, grow, and see the world from a new perspective. 🧪🌎

Outside the classroom, Fellows kayaked, snorkeled, hiked to Wrigley Peak, and made memories together while experiencing the beauty of Catalina Island. What do you remember most about your Catalina experience?

Thank you to our hosts and partners:
USC Sea Grant
USC Wrigley Institute for Environment and Sustainability

07/30/2026

Oldies but goodies! Thank you to the San Diego History Center Archives for these incredible glimpses into the past. ✨

Class of 2027 Fellows explored The Old Globe Theatre through the eyes of 1930s visitors—same landmark, totally different moment in time.

Did you catch the cameo from one of Balboa Park’s heroes, Kate Sessions? While so much has changed over the last 95 years, one thing hasn’t: The Old Globe remains a place where our community comes together—sharing laughter, building empathy, and finding understanding.

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