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In 2015, Spark SF Public Schools was founded on a simple idea: when a city invests in its public schools, students thrive, families are strong, and all of San Francisco prospers.

With new Crankstart grant funding, Spark was thrilled to launch a pilot program this year to support math excellence at SFUSD. Funding supported SFUSD elementary and middle school teams competing in various math competitions, covering registration fees, competition practice materials, snacks (important!), and other associated costs. In total, 83 SFUSD middle school students participated in math competitions this school year.

At Spark, we have a front-row seat to the complexities of public education. Through it all, we remain steadfast in our belief that strong public schools are fundamental to the success of our city and a cornerstone of our democracy.

Spark President Ginny Fang delivers a critical message to the private sector: investing in public schools isn't just philanthropy—it's strategic economic planning.

In December, San Francisco media KPIX/CBS & KALW visited Herbert Hoover Middle School's Wellness Center, where 6th - 8th graders find a safe space with comfy couches, rainbow prisms casting gorgeous light, and caring staff ready to listen.

High schoolers took center stage on December 11th at the 2nd Annual Mission Bay Hub Fall Symposium, showcasing science research projects and tools they've developed through this Spark-funded initiative.