Valley Christian Schools Calendar Portal Inquire (opens in new window/tab) Menu AMSE PROGRAM SECTION MENU Applied Math, Science, and Engineering Institute Valley Christian Schools’ STEM program, the Applied Math, Science, and Engineering (AMSE) Institute, provides K-12 students with a pipeline of inspiration, instruction, and experiences to fuel their passion for knowledge. With outstanding faculty, world-class facilities, and one-of-a-kind opportunities, AMSE strives to live out its mission to prepare the next generation of Christian STEM innovators. AMSE Distinctives 1 2 < > AMSE Facilities 1 2 3 4 5 6 VIEW ALL Meet the Program Managers It’s the people, not the programs, that make the difference for the students in the AMSE Institute. Our Program Managers are the heartbeat of AMSE and offer a wide range of expertise, talent, and experience in the STEM fields. Made up of teaching faculty and industry professionals, these dedicated men and women devote themselves to their students, imparting knowledge, wisdom, and skills to equip students and challenge their innovative spirit. They are not only here to build skills, but also to build relationships, and fulfill our shared mission to inspire the next generation of STEM innovators. Emeka Okekeocha Teacher, HS International Space Station Program Manager eokekeocha@vcs.net Claudia Smith High School Teacher, HS Math Team Program Manager csmith@vcs.net David Gonzalez Science Teacher, JH Ocean Discovery Program Manager dgonzalez@vcs.net Sonny Diep HS Robotics Program Manager Jennifer Gerlach High School Teacher jgerlach@vcs.net AMSE TEACHERS & STAFF VIEW MORE MEET THE VICE PRESIDENT Valley's observatory and Astronomy Research Program is unmatched. Our son will contribute to science, the study of astronomy and physics, and to Christianity in today's world in a rich way because of his foundation launched by Valley's AMSE program. -Yanmin Tao, Parent AMSE POLICIES VIEW HANDBOOK CONTACT US For more information on our offerings and programs, please contact us—we are always happy to hear from our community.  Phone: 408.513.2584 Email: amse@vcs.net Follow us on Social Media for the latest news. @vcsamse @vcsamse Back to Top INQUIRE (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) VISIT APPLY (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) We Are Warriors. FIND US Elementary School 1450 Leigh Avenue San Jose, CA 95125 408.559.4400 Junior High School 100 Skyway Drive, Ste. 130 San Jose, CA 95111 408.513.2460 High School 100 Skyway Drive, Ste. 110 San Jose, CA 95111 408.513.2400 Valley Christian Schools’ mission is to provide a nurturing environment offering quality education supported by a strong foundation of Christian values in partnership with parents, equipping students to become leaders to serve God, to serve their families, and to positively impact their communities and the world. FOLLOW VCS Facebook (opens in new window/tab) Instagram (opens in new window/tab) Twitter (opens in new window/tab) CALENDAR CODE OF CONDUCT (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) PRIVACY POLICY (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) SITE MAP (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) WARRIOR WEAR (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) Powered by Finalsite