Emmalyn Higuera

She is homeschooled and is constantly wanting to learn something new daily. She loves science and history.

Placed 14th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Emmalyn Higuera 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

She lives to learn new things everyday. She gets excited when she gets to do projects and see the reactions she gets from them. Loves to be hands on.

Favorite Subject & Why

She likes science and history because there is so much to learn and there is constantly something new she gets to hear or see about. She loves the knowledge and the facts she finds interesting.

How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals

Putting it towards a college fund for her to start out with.

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