Esther Wojcicki

Esther Wojcicki is a leading American educator, journalist, and a recognized figure in educational innovation. As the CEO of Global Moonshots in Education, she focuses on revolutionizing education through technology. Wojcicki is renowned for founding the Media Arts Program at Palo Alto High School, transforming it from a modest group of 20 students in 1984 to a powerhouse program that now includes 600 students, five additional journalism teachers, and nine award-winning journalism publications. Her role extends to serving as Vice Chair of Creative Commons and contributing regularly to The Huffington Post.

Wojcicki's influence spans various educational and technological sectors. Known as "The Godmother of Silicon Valley," her pioneering efforts in blending learning and integrating technology into education are widely acknowledged. She has actively participated in the development of GoogleEdu and was instrumental in establishing the Google Teacher Academy. In addition to her educational endeavors, Wojcicki advises edtech companies, non-profits, foundations, and the U.S. Department of Education, helping shape policy and practice in educational technology.

Her accolades include two Honorary Doctorate Degrees from Palo Alto University (2013) and Rhode Island School of Design (2016). Wojcicki was named California Teacher of the Year in 2002 by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and received the Gold Key by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association for her dedication to educational journalism. Her books, "Moonshots in Education" (2014) and "How to Raise Successful People" (2019), reflect her commitment to innovative education and parenting. Additionally, she has spoken at prestigious events such as TEDxPaloAltoHighSchool and TEDxBerkeley, sharing her insights with educators, policymakers, and business leaders globally.