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Innovative, Resilient, Collaborative

"Success is the best revenge"
- Central Cee

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BIOGRAPHY

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Jonathan Thomas is a driven high school student at Santa Clara High School, renowned for his passion for technology, innovation, and problem-solving. With a weighted GPA of 4.31, Jonathan has excelled in challenging coursework such as AP Computer Science A, AP Calculus BC, and AP Physics 1. His early fascination with building—once sparked by assembling Legos—has evolved into a profound commitment to using technology to solve real-world problems.

Jonathan’s hands-on experience spans prestigious programs including Real Time Innovations, Stanford’s Clinical Neuroscience Immersion Experience, and Amazon Open Innovation at Lab 126, where he contributed to developing cutting-edge solutions. Beyond academics, he demonstrates leadership as Treasurer of his school’s Computer Science Club and has earned multiple awards in STEM competitions, including the Greene Scholars Science Fair Grand Prize and the Synopsys Bob Zeidman Award.

A dedicated community volunteer and athlete, Jonathan also plays competitive soccer and actively engages in initiatives with the California Scholarship Federation and the 49ers STEM Leadership Institute. His journey, marked by curiosity and resilience, reflects a commitment to using emerging technologies to create impactful solutions, particularly for underrepresented communities.

The 49ers STEM Leadership Institute (49ers SLI) provides multi-year, year-round academic support, STEM enrichment, skills training, and leadership opportunities to students in middle and high school. Students, who are with the program for six years from 7th through 12th grade, commit annually to 300+ hours of program learning time in addition to their typical school hours. By cultivating student mastery in STEM subjects and in key skill areas, the program prepares students for college and empowers them to pursue their passions; so that they may become the well-rounded leaders of the future. The 49ers STEM Leadership Institute is made possible by the strong partnership between Silicon Valley Education Foundation, 49ers Foundation, Chevron, and the Santa Clara Unified School District.

Special Thanks To...

49ers SLI students Danielle B, Stephanie K, & Jennifer L for designing and building this website in 2019.

49ers SLI student Aribah H for editing all headshot photos for this website.

Communications Team Danielle B, Dana C, Aribah H, Halle K, Stephanie K, Jennifer L for editing content and building pages for the 2021 Seniors.

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