Thank you Cox Communications for being one of the generous supporters for EIS’ Steps-2-STEM elementary program.
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Meet Dr. Pedro Cevallos, EIS Executive Director
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The staff and Board of Directors at EIS are pleased to welcome Dr. Pedro Cevallos as our new Executive Director. After an extensive search, we are happy to bring on a new experienced leader who possesses the skills and passion to advance our mission of supporting youth with quality STEM learning. Pedro spent the last quarter century devoted to improving educational outcomes for underrepresented students and their families. He has taught students from grades 6 through college, co-founded his own nonprofit, and even worked in educational publishing. His focus for the last decade has been on nonprofit leadership. Pedro is the proud product of American public schools having earned his high school diploma from Miami-Dade County Public Schools, his B.S. from Florida International University in secondary education, his M.S. from Penn State in curriculum & instruction, and his doctorate from UCLA in educational leadership & entrepreneurship. Dr. Cevallos is an expert in scaling-up nonprofits and utilizing intersegmental partnerships to amplify collective impact.
Pedro looks forward to learning about the rich history of EIS and the culture of our organization. In order to truly live the southeastern San Diego experience, he moved into the Skyline Hills community where he lives just down the street from Morse High School. In his spare time, he is DJ and an avid adult gymnast. So far, he has observed EIS classes, met with all staff, pitched in on curriculum development, helped plan and revise lesson plans, and immersed himself in all things EIS. Pedro shared, “my goal is to be a servant leader at EIS, sharing authority, placing the needs of the students and staff first, and being an instrument of professional development for the staff and board. I want to bring my expertise to EIS and learn from the 58 years this organization has been serving southeastern San Diego.”
EIS Executive Director Jim Stone, retired at the end of June this year. We are immensely grateful for his many years of service in helping EIS expand our programs and lead us through the tumult of the COVID-19 pandemic.
And we cannot forget our profound gratitude to Charlene Browne, Director of Development who was Activing Executive Director throughout this transition – supporting all staff through much of summer camp and the start of our fall programs.
Stay updated on STEM programs at EIS! Follow us on social media @EISsandiego.
Meet a Scientist: Edna Llanes
EIS is honored to share diverse STEM stories in our community. This month, we want to introduce you to Edna Llanes, a Manufacturing and Product Support Scientist at Grifols Diagnostic Solutions. In addition to work, she mentors recent college STEM graduates, helping them through job interviews and obtaining jobs, and guiding them through the various job duties of the biotech industry. Edna knows firsthand the importance of supporting underrepresented community youth. As a Mexican born immigrant who has worked relentlessly from a research associate and into a Manufacturing and Product Support scientist, it has been a challenging journey.
Visit Grifols to learn more about careers in the biotech field.
EIS is Hiring a Director of the San Diego Institute of Science & Technology
The Director will be the primary forward-facing person responsible for the day-to-day operations and leading all aspects of The Institute. This individual will develop and maintain relationships with partner organizations, including schools, universities, and STEM businesses. They will oversee the development and implementation of all programmatic initiatives as well as playing a significant role in raising operating funds for The Institute.
Support the youth in southeastern San Diego and beyond. Apply today at https://eisca.org/careers/
The Mathemagician Homework Club Return October 1st!
If you would like to participate, email info@mathemagiciansclub.com. Include your email, your child’s grade, and math concepts they are working on (or share an attachment of their homework). Mentors will offer help, more practice problems or worksheets. This includes SAT math help as well. They will monitor this email daily so you don’t have to wait until Saturday to ask for help.
The Mathemagicians App is here! In addition to joining the Mathemagicians every Saturday for math tutoring, students can now practice math on the new app. It’s available for free at the “Apple App Store” for download. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mathemagicians/id1557607923
Have you participated in programs or volunteered at the Elementary Institute of Science?
Whether you’re still in high school, college, working or retired, we want to know what you’ve been up to and if you have thoughts about any impact EIS had on your life or career. Please send an email to our Development Assistant, Leah Oviedo at loviedo@eisca.org.
EIS alumni are invited to join our official group to reconnect and stay updated on future reunions. Facebook.com/groups/AlumniConnectEIS