Junior’s consistent dedication to school, music, and extracurriculars is unmatched—showing discipline, passion, and commitment.
Thank you for supporting Junior Perez 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
Junior loves being a student because every day gives him the chance to learn something new and challenge himself. He enjoys growing his knowledge, building friendships, and discovering new skills both in the classroom and through activities like band. For him, school isn’t just about grades—it’s about becoming a better person and working toward his future goals.
Favorite Subject & Why
Junior’s favorite subject is math because he enjoys the challenge and the satisfaction that comes from solving problems. He likes figuring things out step by step and pushing himself to find the right answer. Math allows him to think critically, stay focused, and experience the reward of solving something that once seemed difficult.
How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals
$20,000 would help Junior continue pursuing his passion for computer programming. He is already excelling in Python and loves the challenge of building and solving problems through code. This support would help fund advanced learning opportunities, technology, and future college expenses as he works toward his dream of studying computer science at the University of California, Berkeley and building a career in programming.
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