Kevin Cheng

- Founder & CEO of TechCare USA, a multi-state nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing digital literacy and online safety for seniors - Lead strategic planning, partnership development, fundraising initiatives, and program expansion across municipal libraries and township governments in New Jersey and Pennsylvania - Develop and implement structured curriculum focused on digital literacy, cybersecurity, scam prevention, and safe internet practices for older adults - Manage cross-sector collaborations with local businesses and industry professionals, including IT and business leaders from the Philadelphia Phillies, to strengthen programming and community impact - Mobilized and led a diverse volunteer network, including students from Lincoln Technical Institute and the University of Pennsylvania, to support TechCare’s community initiatives

- Founder & President of a student-led music education platform connecting high school musicians with younger students - Mentored and empowered the next generation of musicians through accessible, peer-led instruction - Coordinated 15+ student instructors providing personalized instrument lessons for the youth - Served 35+ young students across the community through one-on-one instruction - Facilitated 200+ hours of music lessons, fostering skill development and confidence

- Over a decade in classical piano training and percussion training; instructor for students across various skill levels - Received advanced classical training under professional pianist Anna Kislitsyna, emphasizing technique, musicality, and performance - Invited to perform at Carnegie Hall, senior homes, and other formal recital venues - Strong background in performance and interpretation of classical repertoire

Founder and President of a student organization dedicated to developing entrepreneurial thinking and venture-building skills by organizing startup workshops, pitch competitions, and mentorship opportunities that connect students with real-world business concepts.

Lead initiatives to teach financial literacy, guide members in investing strategies, communicating with guest speakers, and organize workshops and competitions to develop practical finance skills.

Expanded the Research Club from a science-focused group to include economics and social topics, mentoring members in research methods and increasing participation across disciplines.

Lead project development initiatives within the Engineering Club by organizing hands-on STEM workshops and mentoring members in design thinking, technical problem-solving, and collaborative innovation.

- Selected participant in the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute (PYOMI) - Rehearsed and performed advanced orchestral repertoire in a professional training environment - Performed in major venues including the Kimmel Center and the Union League of Philadelphia - Accumulated 760+ hours of orchestral rehearsal and performance experience - Published a personal blog on how PYO impacted my growth and perspective, featured on the organization’s website - Engaged in masterclasses with Philadelphia Orchestra musicians and university professors, receiving advanced training in performance and musicianship - Ensemble recognized by major media outlets including The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Magazine, and CBS News Philadelphia

- Conduct research under the mentorship of UC Berkeley PhD graduate - Authored a research paper that was adopted and used by the College Impact program - Studied how different AI communication tones influence seniors’ trust, decision-making, and engagement - Supported literature review, data collection, and analysis

- Taught English to younger Mandarin-speaking students through structured, age-appropriate instruction - Adapted lessons to support language acquisition, pronunciation, and conversational confidence - Accumulated 120+ hours of teaching experience through consistent one-on-one and small-group instruction - Fostered an engaging and supportive learning environment for early language learners

- Selected member of the Philadelphia Sinfonia Association, a competitive youth orchestra program - Serve as a section leader, guiding rehearsals, supporting ensemble cohesion, and mentoring peers - Accumulated 570+ hours of music performance - Performed in Major Venues including the Kimmel Center - Published Program Notes - Calledback to guest play as an Alumni

Leads and organizes events, collaborated in creating the chapter shirt, coordinates competitions, and mentors members to develop practical business, leadership, and professional skills, fostering growth and engagement across the chapter.

Developed entrepreneurial skills by creating business ideas, pitching to peers, and learning venture strategies and startup fundamentals.

Explored legal reasoning, advocacy skills, and the U.S. judicial system through professional lead workshops, simulations, and mock trials.

AP Courses: AP Calculus AB/BC AP Statistics AP Physics 1 AP US History Hon AP Language & Composition AP Literature AP Economics AP Gov AP Latin AP Psychology Honor Courses: 11 Dual Enrollment: Completed 2 RCBC courses

Gained foundational knowledge of U.S. legal principles, the judicial system, and key areas of law including constitutional, criminal, and civil law.

Studied principles of American contract law, including formation, enforcement, remedies, and key legal doctrines governing agreements.