Elias

My son is incredibly hardworking, eager to learn, and kind to his peers. Maybe I’m biased - but really, he is the greatest kid and student.

Placed 29th

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Thank you for supporting Elias 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 loves learning. He is very talented when it comes to math, and wants to be a scientist some day.

Favorite Subject & Why

Science and math. He is so curious and intrigued by the world and how things work. He hasn’t decided on studying space or marine animals yet though!

How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals

We would be able to put it toward his college fund so that he CAN grow up to be the scientist he wants so badly to be.

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