HISTORY

Dan is a lifelong Memphian.  After attending school at CMDS, RIchland, Houston Middle, and Houston High Schools, Dan went on to get a degree in Engineering from Northwestern University and a Masters in Engineering from Christian Brothers University.  He has been tutoring for the ACT and teaching homeschool classes since 2008.

Lesly Urbina is a computer science major at Christian Brothers University.  Lesly is determined to break barriers and make space for herself in the tech field. She pushes towards encouraging girls to become interested in coding. She also merges her love of art and coding through graphic design, web development, and interactive filters. Lesly joined Bits, Bytes, & Bots  in 2021 and has cultivated a love for teaching since.

Blake Freeman has dedicated his life to pursuing the STEM field. Outside of Bits, Bytes, & Bots he is a student teacher for engineering and robotics classes; he also founded a non-profit organization tasked with giving students engaging ways to code. Through his passion he hopes to lead the new generation with a love of technology and how to use it.

Philip Pounds has developed apps, led coding organizations around Memphis, and been with Bits, Bytes, and Bots since 2020. He creates a safe pace for students to learn STEM through trial and error. His patience and relatability allow him to connect with students and lead them towards success.

Connor Jordan hopes to make knowledge of technology accessible to everyone. He has dedicated his time teaching STEM camps for Houston Middle. His great communication and love for kids make him a great instructor.

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