Stuyvesant High School · Class of 2028

Anna Baron

Student researcher and youth advocate working at the intersection of AI literacy, education policy, and global development — from NYC classrooms to the floor of the United Nations.

Anna Baron standing before the United Nations emblem and flag
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About

I'm a high school student in New York City researching how young people learn about — and live alongside — artificial intelligence. I've spoken at the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum on AI literacy and the Sustainable Development Goals, advise the NYC Department of Education on responsible AI use in schools, and contribute student perspective to research at Stanford's Graduate School of Education and Binghamton University. Outside of research, I compete on a city-championship varsity gymnastics team, tutor math, and speak three languages.

Focus
AI literacy & education policy
Based in
New York City
Speaking
UN ECOSOC Youth Forum, 100+ delegates
Languages
Russian · English · Spanish
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Experience & Research

  1. UN ECOSOC Youth Forum Delegate

    Gooddler Foundation — Global Youth Leader

    • Selected to speak at the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum, presenting to 100+ global delegates and government representatives on AI literacy in advancing SDG-driven innovation and education reform.
  2. Apr 2026 – Present

    Youth Advisor on AI Integration

    New York City Department of Education

    • Working directly with the NYC DOE's Chief Academic Officer and senior district leadership to shape systemwide strategy for responsible AI use in schools.
    • Contributing student-driven insights that directly inform the official AI handbook and guide policy decisions impacting all NYC public school students.
  3. Summer 2026 – Present

    Research Intern — AI & Education

    Stanford University Graduate School of Education

    • Working with Dr. Victor R. Lee (Khosla Family Professor, Faculty Lead for AI & Education at the Stanford Accelerator for Learning) on research at the intersection of AI literacy, K–12 data science education, and teacher readiness.
    • Contributing a student perspective to work designing learning environments that help students and educators engage responsibly with AI.
  4. Summer 2026 – Present

    Student Researcher — AI & Leadership Study

    Binghamton University (SUNY) / Gooddler Foundation

    • Contributing to a two-site qualitative study supervised by Dr. Surinder Kahai (School of Management, Binghamton University–SUNY) exploring how high school seniors make sense of AI and its implications for their future careers.
    • Tracking and analyzing public statements by corporate leaders on AI and work, building an organized evidence base, and documenting the local AI messaging landscape in NYC.
  5. Feb – May 2026

    Researcher — AI Literacy Study

    Dr. Anastassia Lauterbach

    • Led outreach and survey collection for the AI literacy project, gathering responses from ~100 students and community members.
    • Recognized in the resulting publication, to be presented to the House of Lords in November 2026.
  6. Jan 2026 – Present

    Senior Analyst, Marketing & Strategy — Intern

    Volta NYC

    • Assisting with early-stage marketing and strategy projects; gaining experience in research, analysis, and team collaboration as part of a student-led consulting program.
  7. Sep 2025 – Present

    Events Department — Member

    Sophomore Caucus

    • Planned and organized school-wide events by coordinating logistics, communicating with outside organizations, and supporting execution of large-scale activities.
  8. 2023 – Present

    Academic Tutor & Babysitter

    Math + SHSAT Prep

    • Providing weekly academic support and childcare to multiple children; individualized math instruction for a student with learning challenges, building confidence and improving test scores.
  9. Sep 2024 – Present

    Team Member — Varsity Gymnastics

    Stuyvesant High School

    • Committed to daily 2.5-hour after-school practices; contributed to the team's NYC PSAL City Championship-winning season.
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AI Projects

Small tools I design and build with AI — mostly aimed at making school and learning easier for students.

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Education

Stuyvesant High School

New York City · Class of 2028

GPA

~98 (2024–25) · ~96 (2025–26)

Relevant coursework

AP European History, Honors Algebra II, Spanish, Latin, Drafting & 3D Modeling

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Activities, Awards & Skills

Activities

  • Spanish Language Immersion Program

    Spain

    Completed a study-abroad program with daily Spanish lessons and cultural immersion.

  • Mercer Consulting Meetings

    2025

    Participated in multiple sessions with Mercer employees, working on real-world business strategy cases.

  • Independent Research Project

    2024

    Worked under the mentorship of a former senior national security director to analyze career preparation and job market expectations; produced a research report.

Awards

  • NYC PSAL City Champions — Varsity Gymnastics Team
  • National Latin Exam Gold Medal — Highest Distinction
  • PADI Certification in Open Water Scuba Diving

Skills

Technical
Canva, Onshape, Google Docs, Sheets, Slides
Communication
Public speaking, teamwork, event planning, tutoring & teaching
Languages
Russian (native), English (fluent), Spanish (conversational)
Other
Leadership, research, organization

Contact

Let's work together

Open to research collaborations, speaking invitations, and conversations about AI and the future of learning.