Austin

Austin doesn’t let his autism stop him from learning and being an inspiration to others. He loves Math and was multiplying at age 2.

Placed 32nd

in their group

Thank you for supporting Austin in this year's competition. Your participation made a huge impact for The Planetary Society and their mission to inspire curiosity and help shape the future of space exploration for everyone.



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Why They Love Being a Student

He gets to be around other kids and work on social interactions. He loves math and doing anything with numbers.

Favorite Subject & Why

Math, Austin was multiplying at age 2!

How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals

Austin has autism and has speech and occupational therapy. We would use money to pay for equine therapy and get some helpful sensory items he could use. We might try and get a better vehicle as well to get him to and from therapies.

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