Winner will appear in Reader's Digest, tour The Planetary Society with Bill Nye, and win $20,000!
Amaya works extremely hard in academics. She is compassionate, kind, yet has determination and tenacity. She stands up for what is right.
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Learn MoreWhy They Love Being a Student
Amaya has aspirations for her future. She tries the best she can to succeed in making her dreams become reality. Amaya realizes success requires hard work, stepping outside her comfort zone, and determination. Amaya loves to learn and soaks up as much information as she can. She has won class awards for her hard work and dedication.
Favorite Subject & Why
Science is Amaya's favorite subject. She has a great desire to understand how things work and she excels in scientific topics. Currently, Forensics is her favorite subject. Amaya was key in encouraging her school to offer the course. She hopes to pursue a career in forensic pathology so this high school Forensic Science course is a great introduction to the subject and will pave the way for future courses.
How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals
Pursuing a career in Forensic Pathology requires attending medical school. Undergraduate education, followed by Medical school is costly. The award would go toward her academic journey, paying for classes, books, and other educational necessities.
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