Ayla

Ayla leads with curiosity and determination. She dreams of being an astronaut, loves science, and works hard every day to stay on honor roll

Placed 30th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Ayla 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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America's Favorite Student will share their educational journey in the pages of Reader’s Digest, highlighting the power of learning and inspiring readers nationwide.

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Why They Love Being a Student

She loves to be involved with her community and is always on a quest to learn and understand more

Favorite Subject & Why

Her favorite subject is science. She loves how math, reading, and research can come together to solve problems

How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals

It would help her for her future goals of going to college to study science in hopes to become an astronaut

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