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Sawar Saini

Redmond,WA

Summary

Deeply intrigued by the intersection of technology and social equity, committed to empowering women, individuals with disabilities, and underrepresented racial groups, such as African Blacks, in an effort to contribute toward building a more equitable and accessible future where no one is left behind.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Accessibility Project

Volunteer Work
Redmond, WA
09.2023 - Current
  • Created accessible menus for a variety of favorite restaurants, empowering students with disabilities to confidently have a fun dining experiences on their own. This reduced their reliance on caregivers and enhanced their self confidence in social interactions with greater independence.

AI Health Care Project

Self Research
Redmond, WA
06.2023 - Current
  • Currently developing an AI Healthcare Project focused on addressing caregiver burnout by utilizing machine learning to craft personalized patient plans. This solution aims to alleviate the burden on caregivers by providing tailored support and assistance, ultimately enhancing the overall well-being of both caregivers and patients.

Robotics Mentor to Date to Dream FIRST Lego League

Volunteer Work
06.2023 - Current
  • As a remote mentor from USA for the Dare to Dream FIRST Lego League team in Botswana, I provide support for their robotics team. This includes troubleshooting, debugging, offering advice, clarifying doubts for a successful performance. I guide them through robotics challenges, helping them reach their full potential in the competition.

Board Member

AiGoLearning: Non-Profit for Teens Teach Kids
09.2022 - Current
  • Co-lead the design and execution of STEM hackathons, aimed at fostering a passion for coding and technology among students of diverse age groups.
  • Collaborate closely with fellow board members to develop creative strategies, curate educational content, and cultivate partnerships to ensure the success and impact of hackathons, thereby empowering the next generation of tech innovators and problem solvers.

Teacher's Assistant for Students With Disabilities

Lake Washington School District
Redmond, WA
09.2022 - Current
  • Support students with disabilities (low or no vision and deafness), create sensory games, facilitate interactive music sessions, and introduce coding tools like Code Jumper.
  • Create recreational activities such as card games to promote social interaction and holistic development.

Jazz Band Guitarist

Redmond High School Jazz Band
Redmond, WA
09.2022 - Current
  • As a guitarist of my school’s Jazz Band, I had the incredible experience of performing in New Orleans at the WorldStrides Music Festival. The jazz band won the Gold Status 1st Place, the Adjudicators Award, and the prestigious WorldStrides Highest Scoring Group Heritage Festival Sweepstakes Award, competing with more than 20 states.
  • Jazz band earned a coveted opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall in 2025.
  • In my creative pursuit passion project, called, "Judwa Jazz", along with my twin sister, I enjoy blending Bollywood and jazz to create unique fusion tunes, with my twin sister

Committee Member

Redmond High School Disability Awareness Club
Redmond, WA
09.2022 - Current
  • I actively engage in organizing inclusive and fun activities throughout the school year, for students that are neuro-divergent. From crafting creative games and art projects to simply spending quality time with them, I strive to foster a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and included.
  • Dedicated to raising awareness about disabilities and educating fellow students. Through workshops and initiatives, we aim to promote understanding and empathy while breaking down barriers that may exist. By championing inclusivity and advocating for our peers with disabilities, we create a more supportive and accepting community for all.

Software Lead - FIRST Tech Challenge

FIRST Robotics Team # 417 Space Koalas
Redmond, WA
06.2021 - Current
  • Deepened my understanding of odometry, robot pathways, and AprilTags but has also provided me with opportunities to uplift others, particularly female software team members, encouraging them to contribute their perspectives and strengthen their voices within the team. On a technical level, I've mastered advanced techniques such as utilizing Distance Sensors and navigating complex autonomous paths. Moreover, I've honed my skills in conflict resolution, embodying the principles of "gracious professionalism" and providing unwavering support to my teammates throughout our journey.

Robotics Team Captain - FIRST Tech Challenge #417

FIRST Tech Challenge #417
Redmond, WA
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Voted by the team as Captain for 2023-2024 robotics season
  • Lead team efforts in robot design, construction, and programming, won 2nd place "Control" award highlighting team's efficiency in robot design, programming and control systems.

FIRST Global Outreach Train the Trainer

Swerve Robotics Club
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • As part of Swerve Robotics' FIRST Global Outreach Team, I traveled to Botswana to teach local teachers LEGO robotics. Our workshops focused on programming, building, and fostering teamwork. Our efforts gained positive press and support from the Ministry of Education. Notably, Botswana's rookie LEGO robotics team we trained made it to championships. This experience has shown me how STEM can bridge diverse backgrounds, making technology accessible to all.

Robotics and Coding Instructor

Techno Smart Kids and Mighty Coders
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Conduct small group and private classes for students aged 8-16 in coding, math, and robotics.
  • Customize learning experiences to suit individual needs and learning styles.
  • Teach programming concepts from Robotics, Scratch to Python and Java, with structured course sequences.
  • Inspire students to explore technology, foster collaboration, and critical thinking.

Apple World Wide Developer Conference Participant

Self
09.2022 - 04.2023
  • Designed an accessibility-focused app aimed at empowering students who are blind. The app introduces a digital version of a matching card game, tailored to be easily navigable and enjoyable for users with visual impairments. This initiative underscores my commitment to leveraging technology for inclusivity, ensuring that everyone can participate in and benefit from digital experiences.

Education

Redmond High School
Redmond, WA
06-2026

Skills

  • Software Languages: JAVA, HTML, CSS, Python, ML
  • Electric Guitar - Jazz and Bollywood
  • Robotics: Odometry, Robot Pathways, AprilTags
  • Project Manager
  • AI/ML Research Projects

Accomplishments

  • As a jazz guitarist of Redmond High School jazz band, we won Gold Status 1st Place, the Adjudicators Award, and the WorldStrides Highest Scoring Group Heritage Festival Sweepstakes Award. Additionally, we got selected to play in Carnegie Hall next year with 4 other highschools.
  • Awarded Seal of Biliteracy for English and Hindi by Atlas Global World Competency Language Test

Timeline

Accessibility Project

Volunteer Work
09.2023 - Current

AI Health Care Project

Self Research
06.2023 - Current

Robotics Mentor to Date to Dream FIRST Lego League

Volunteer Work
06.2023 - Current

Robotics Team Captain - FIRST Tech Challenge #417

FIRST Tech Challenge #417
06.2023 - 04.2024

FIRST Global Outreach Train the Trainer

Swerve Robotics Club
06.2023 - 07.2023

Board Member

AiGoLearning: Non-Profit for Teens Teach Kids
09.2022 - Current

Teacher's Assistant for Students With Disabilities

Lake Washington School District
09.2022 - Current

Jazz Band Guitarist

Redmond High School Jazz Band
09.2022 - Current

Committee Member

Redmond High School Disability Awareness Club
09.2022 - Current

Apple World Wide Developer Conference Participant

Self
09.2022 - 04.2023

Robotics and Coding Instructor

Techno Smart Kids and Mighty Coders
06.2022 - 06.2023

Software Lead - FIRST Tech Challenge

FIRST Robotics Team # 417 Space Koalas
06.2021 - Current

Redmond High School

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