Our son has always shown extreme kindness and love towards his classmates. He is in high ability and is above grade level. He’s our miracle!
Thank you for supporting Emmitt Franklin Banicki 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.
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.
Learn MoreWhy They Love Being a Student
My child enjoys being a student because he likes both the learning and the social part of school. He enjoys working with classmates, participating in activities and learning new things from his teachers and other classmates. He has a kind heart and loves helping others student when he can. Whether it’s with homework or just a hug if they’re having a bad day, he loves being there to support them.
Favorite Subject & Why
Makerspace! Makerspace is hands on learning where he can create, invent and explore using a lot of different tools and materials. Makerspace is a place where his creativity shines. It fosters critical thinking and challenges him to problem solve.
How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals
As two working parents who barely make ends meet, a $20,000 award would be put into a college fund to ensure he can go where he wants to. At 8 years old, and newly diagnosed with a form of epilepsy, he is still thriving in school. He is a high ability student and is not letting his epilepsy define him. He wants to show the world what he can do and we want to be able to give him that opportunity.
Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like America’s Favorite Student, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.
