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Jay Pinson
June 23, 1929 - Sept. 20, 2008
The Tech Academy of Silicon Valley will begin its fifth summer of operation this June, without founder and director Dr. Jay Pinson, who passed away September 20, 2008.

Dr. Pinson envisioned the academy as the means to inspire youth about careers in the fields of engineering and science, to enlighten them as to their need to excel in math and similar disciplines as they progressed from middle through high school education.

He determined that the Tech Academy needed high-powered, relevant curriculum, and a commitment to excellence. He encouraged learning through hands-on, collaborative problem- solving.

San Jose State University has named its Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) program after Dr. Pinson in honor of his work. The Tech Academy's directors and staff aim to preserve and grow his legacy.