Our Team
Dedicated educators, technologists, and leaders committed to creating opportunities for the next generation of innovators.
Maurya Couvares
Co-Founder and Executive DirectorA new job led Maurya to learn to code, which eventually led to founding ScriptEd. She wanted to build a pathway to the tech economy for students who might not otherwise have the opportunity.
Prior to ScriptEd, Maurya was a middle school teacher in Philadelphia and coordinated volunteer-based after-school programs for NYC high schoolers.
Maurya was named as one of seven millennials “too busy changing the world to take selfies.” She spends her free time training for and competing in triathlons.
Rebecca Novak
Managing Director – Bay AreaRebecca taught special education in San Francisco before helping grow ScriptEd in New York City and later returning to the Bay Area to expand the organization’s programs.
Allen Smith
Director of Finance and OperationsAllen combined his background in finance, teaching, and community service to support STEM education and operations at ScriptEd.
Shane Morris
Director of ProgramsShane previously taught middle school science and worked with Citizen Schools before joining ScriptEd to help students become future innovators and leaders.
Cami Aurioles
Director of DevelopmentCami has raised millions for education programs and believes in the power of education to create a more just and empathetic world.
Joliz Cedeño
Senior Program ManagerJoliz is passionate about tech education and social justice, helping students gain the tools and opportunities needed to thrive in tech.
Tom Bijesse
Senior Program ManagerTom previously worked as a high school computer science teacher and now helps expand curriculum and learning opportunities at ScriptEd.
Chinnell Davis
Program ManagerChinnell transitioned from teaching Spanish and ESL programs to supporting equal access to education and technology opportunities.
Erica Wong
Program ManagerErica previously led STEM initiatives and joined ScriptEd because of its commitment to helping students access real technology careers.