VAS LEARNING
VAS Learning is a tutoring nonprofit created by two dedicated high school students.
Vennela Kunchala
Co-founder and President
Vennela is a high school student with over 4 years of experience in teaching classes up to 25 students. Her expertise remains within teaching a type of mental math called Vedic Math, as she teaches full-year courses at an esteemed organization and runs her own workshops at her local library branches. She also works part-time at Mathnasium. As a student in a Magnet Program for research in Math and Science, she is thoroughly learned in many subjects in these areas of study. She also takes part in business competitions where she placed 5th in NJ for the FBLA event of Financial Statement Analysis and is a national qualifier.
Shriya Surti
Co-founder and President
Shriya is a high school student with a strong interest in the areas of English and Science. She works full time at her local Kumon, providing assistance to children ages 3-14 in Math and Reading. Shriya serves as a student leader throughout her school, as she is the Social Media Marketing intern, Assistant Editor of the Newspaper, and German Club President. Having strong prior knowledge of neuroscience from intensive courses at Duke University and Brown University, Shriya plans to eventually major in neuroscience or psychology in college. She is very excited to make a difference in her community with VAS Learning!
Meet our Leadership Board
Aniket Parikh
Director of Operations
Aniket is a dedicated high school student aspiring to a career in the medical field. He has valuable experience tutoring recently displaced migrant children in Math and English through a nonprofit organization. Aniket also volunteers at a local food bank and has written papers to raise awareness about food insecurity. As a multi-varsity athlete on his school’s tennis and fencing teams, he embodies teamwork and discipline. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, playing sports with friends, and enjoying all life offers.
Devsi patel
Director of Outreach
Devsi is a dedicated sophomore at Morris County School of Technology, enrolled in the Academy for Finance and International Business. In her free time, she volunteers at Mathnasium, where she excels in aiding elementary kids to high schoolers, showcasing her passion for education. A competitive spirit, she has participated in DECA business competitions, where her group achieved a top 12 finish at the state level. Known for her leadership abilities and strong communication skills, Devsi also serves in various leadership roles within her school and outside. Additionally, she contributes as the manager and statistician for the girls’ volleyball team, further honing her organizational and analytical skills.
shri saranya
Director of Marketing
Shri is a junior at Morris Hills High School who loves exploring economics and engineering. She has experience tutoring elementary and middle school students in subjects like robotics, computer-aided design, and coding, leveraging her knowledge as a student at the Academy for Math, Science, and Engineering, and has gained 100+ volunteer hours along the way. In her free time, Shri pursues graphic design and traditional art, even creating logos for social and emotional learning programs in middle school. She is passionate about volunteering and community service, always seeking opportunities to give back. Shri is excited to be a part of the VAS team!
Aanya Patel
Director of Research
Aanya is a junior at The Academy for Mathematics, Science & Engineering with a strong interest in mechanical engineering. She is skilled in electronics, CAD design, and has hands-on experience with various engineering tools and technologies. She is currently a tutor at Hollywood PAL and has experience with curriculum designing relating to STEM. She is a part of Science Olympiad where she placed in the top 10 for astronomy in the regional tournament and has continued to expand her knowledge of astronomy and engineering through courses at Rice University.
Khushi Prajapati
Director of Fundraising
Khushi is a highschool student hoping to pursue a career in medicine, specifically dermatology or clinical research. She tutors online with the organization Learn To Be where she helps students with various levels of Math, English, and homework help. She also volunteers as an Ambassador for Liberty Science Center where she educates children about space, physics, and water bodies using multiple experiments. At her highschool, she is part of the Magnet Program for Math and Science where she is cultivating her skills in research. In her free time she likes to volunteer at her local library, play for her school’s fencing team, and dance.
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