Ruchika Kench, Director of Engineering Curriculum & Del Norte High School Ambassador

Ruchika is a sophomore at Del Norte High School who has been passionate about the engineering and physics aspects of STEM since middle school. She believes that girls should be encouraged to pursue STEM to bridge the gender divide and make a positive impact in the world. She has taken part in many STEM competitions like Science Olympiad / Robotics and enjoys conducting research. Additionally, she leads digital literacy initiatives in her area to make technology more accessible to senior citizens. In her free time, Ruchika likes playing badminton, running, going to the gym, spending time with friends & family and listening to music.