Who We Are
BinaryHeart is an after-school club that aims to spread digital access. We collect broken or used electronic devices and repair them. Through Northwestern Settlement, Compudopt, RefugeeOne, and other partner charities, we re-donate those devices to low-income schools. Check out the press page to see what we've done!
Student Leaders
Kristian Qirko
Executive Leader
Hello, I'm Kristian! I'm a junior and have been with Binary Heart since my sophomore year. I focus on mentoring new members, expanding the reach of the club, and multiple other responsibilities. I've been instrumental in expanding our club's impact in multiple events and I specialize in desktop repair. In my free time, I enjoy working on various science projects and playing tennis.
Florenzo Cruz Garbo
Executive Leader
Hello, I'm Florenzo! I'm a senior and joined Binary Heart during my junior year. I work on the social media aspect of the club and occasionally helping new members. In my free time, I repair computers, and I am a pilot.
Luke Tegel
Executive Leader
Hi, I'm Luke! I'm a junior, and I have been with BinaryHeart since freshman year! During club meetings, I help other members and fix computers. I also work on BinaryHeart's future endeavours. I specialize in laptops.
Club Sponsors
Ms. Caruthers
Faculty Advisor
I am one of the lead sponsors of BinaryHeart, and have been involved with this unique club for almost one year. I love the mission of BinaryHeart Club and it's an honor to support students carry out this club's charitable mission. I've worked in IT for over 20 years functioning in various roles. I've worked at New Trier for three years in the Technology Department.
Mr. Byrne
Faculty Advisor