Meet Our Founders

Grace Wang - Executive Director/Founder

Grace is currently a sophomore at BASIS Oro Valley with a passion for supporting student mental health. She enjoys playing soccer and the piano, as well as her many other hobbies. With firsthand experience as a student, she hopes to help all students become more aware of the physical and mental effects of sleep on their daily lives and encourage others to take a more active role in addressing the epidemic of sleep issues.

Leyah McFarlane - Treasurer/Founding Member

Leyah is a sophomore attending BASIS Oro Valley with a strong interest in mental health and human behavior. She enjoys reading and swimming, activities that support both cognitive and physical well-being. She is passionate about the role of sleep in shaping emotional balance, focus, and self-awareness. She is dedicated to helping others understand and prioritize sleeping habits as she exemplifies good sleep habits necessary for academics and athletics.

Mahathi Venna - Program Manager/Founding Member

Mahathi is currently a sophomore at BASIS Oro Valley. She is trained in Indian classical dance and enjoys playing tennis. Her goal is to empower youth voices when it comes to the issues regarding balancing sleep and academics.

Maya Vijay - Secretary/Founding Member

Maya is currently a sophomore at BASIS Oro Valley with a strong interest in promoting student wellness through healthy sleep habits. She enjoys playing tennis, drawing, and practicing piano in her free time. As a student herself, she understands the challenges of balancing school and self-care. She hopes to help others recognize how quality sleep can positively impact both mental health and academic performance.

Alice Wang - Junior Outreach/Founding Member