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OUR MISSION
We are a high school community focused on fostering passion for discovery.
We hope to spark curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in younger students by offering engaging, hands-on experiences across diverse fields such as STEM, business, music, and the arts. Through mentorship, exploration, and interactive programs, we aim to inspire the next generation to discover their passions, develop new skills, and approach learning with excitement and confidence.
SPARKFEST
Date: TBD
Cost: $15 per participant
A one-day learning extravaganza for 4th-8th graders, focused on fostering a love for exploration. Attend classes taught by experienced high schoolers in subjects like music, STEM, business and more! Students will have the opportunity to participate in multiple 45-minute sessions of their choosing throughout the day, more details can b e found below in our session catalog.
Lunch will be covered with a program fee of $15 per attendee. Financial aid is available, please email cv.sparklab@gmail.com to request a fee waiver.
BUSINESS
taught by students from:
- DECA
- CVHS Leadership
- and more
SCIENCE
taught by students from:
- Science Olympiad
- CVHS Rocketry
- and more
MUSIC
taught by students from:
- CV4Music
- Tri-M
- and more
Fall 2026 SparkFest is currently in the works! Please join our email list to receive updates and to be the first to hear about priority registration.
PROGRAM MANAGERS
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Kaitlyn Choong
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Hi there! I'm Kaitlyn, a high school junior and part of the Science Olympiad executive committee. I've received multiple medals in events like ecology, remote sensing, optics, and more. As a coach for Canyon Science Olympiad in Water Quality, I've discovered my passion for working with youth. I can't wait to share my passion for learning with others through SparkFest!
OUTREACH DIRECTOR
Sumiko Miyahira
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Hello! I am a high school junior and an officer of the DECA chapter here at Castro Valley High. I have developed a deep passion in business management as well as working with young students. Recently, I placed at one of my competitions with fellow team mates in our written plan about how to implement AI into a business. I am super excited to share my knowledge through Sparkfest!
ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR
Jennifer Wang
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Hi!! I’m a current Junior at castro valley high school. I’m part of science olympiad and the newly started Hosa chapter at cvhs. I’ve won honor awards in science olympiad and piano! I’m a big fan of anything related to public health, medicine, and epidemiology! I’m a huge cat lover as seen above. I can’t wait to share my interests to youth through SparkLab! 🔥
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Skye Shiga
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Hi! I'm a high school junior and take part in much of the CVHS instrumental program, currently serving as concertmaster for both Symphony and Chamber orchestras. I also work with young musicians to help them build their skills through creative, fun focused learning. I’m looking forward to getting to know students and finding out their individual interests!
FINANCE DIRECTOR
Amelia Wang
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​Hi! I'm Amelia, a freshman and part of leadership. I was class president all through middle school, and this year I'm freshman vice president. I have written and delivered many speeches, organized a variety of fundraisers, directed committees, as well as led the hoco float. I'm excited to share what I've learned about leadership and teamwork through SparkFest!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Is this event appropriate for a student who is on the Science Olympiad team and already has strong science knowledge, or is it better suited for younger kids?
A: SparkFest is designed for students in grades 4-8 of all experience levels. Our sessions cover a wide range of topics beyond traditional science curriculum, including business, music, and the arts. Even students with strong science backgrounds will find plenty of new and engaging material to explore outside their usual events.
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Q: What does my child need to bring on the day of the event?
A: Students should bring a water bottle and any necessary personal items. We'd also recommend a notebook and pencil to take notes if they'd like! All workshop materials will be provided. If your child has food allergies or dietary restrictions, please send them with a personal lunch as an alternative to the provided pizza lunch.
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Q: How are students placed into sessions?
A: We use a lottery system based on each student's ranked preferences. Priority registration gives students an advantage in this lottery, increasing their chances of being placed in their top choices. We do our best to accommodate everyone's preferences while working within space constraints.
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Q: My child has a friend they'd like to be in a session with. Can we request this?
A: Yes! Please indicate any friend requests in the notes section of the registration form, and we will do our best to accommodate them in the same sessions.
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Q: Will there be adult supervision throughout the day?
A: Absolutely. While our sessions are taught by high school mentors, all activities are supervised by certified CVHS staff.
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Q: Who do I contact with additional questions?
A: Please email us at cvsparklab@gmail.com, and a member of our team will get back to you promptly.