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Journalist and Educator | Author of 'How to Raise Successful People' | Speaker on Education and Parenting

Esther Wojcicki Speaking Fee: $20,000 to $30,000

Journalist and Educator | Author of 'How to Raise Successful People' | Speaker on Education and Parenting

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Esther Wojcicki
Speaking Fee:
$20,000 to $30,000

Travels From:
NYC - New York City

Primary Topic Category:
Education

Secondary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles

 

Esther Wojcicki Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Esther Wojcicki is a renowned American educator, journalist, and author. She is best known for founding the Media Arts Program at Palo Alto High School, transforming it from a small group into one of the largest scholastic media programs in the nation. An advocate for integrating technology into education, she has received numerous awards including California Teacher of the Year in 2002. Esther is also the mother of Susan Wojcicki (former CEO of YouTube), Janet Wojcicki (professor and anthropologist), and Anne Wojcicki (CEO of 23andMe).

Esther Wojcicki, often affectionately referred to as "Woj," is a pioneering figure in education and journalism. She is the founder of the Media Arts Program at Palo Alto High School, where she started with a modest group of 20 students in 1984. Under her leadership, the program grew into one of the most distinguished scholastic media programs in the United States, encompassing over 600 students, five additional journalism teachers, and nine award-winning publications. Wojcicki's influence extends beyond the classroom. She has been instrumental in integrating technology into education, serving as a guiding force in the establishment of the Google Teacher Academy. Her contributions to education have been recognized with numerous accolades, including being named California Teacher of the Year in 2002 and receiving the Gold Key from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association for her dedication to school journalism. In addition to her educational endeavors, Esther has been actively involved in various organizations. She serves as Vice Chair of Creative Commons and is a board member of both the Alliance for Excellent Education and the Newseum in Washington, D.C. She has also worked as a consultant for the U.S. Department of Education, the Hewlett Foundation, the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, Google, and the Silicon Valley Education Foundation. Wojcicki holds honorary doctorates from Palo Alto University and the Rhode Island School of Design. She is also a published author, with her notable work "How to Raise Successful People," which outlines her philosophy on education and parenting. Esther's dedication to education and her innovative approach have left a lasting impact on countless students and educators around the world.
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