Milena

Milena leads with enthusiasm and intelligence. She loves learning, volunteering, and working hard at gaining new skills.

Placed 12th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Milena 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

Milena loves to learn and share knowledge. She believes the learning experience should be collaborative. She loves helping others learn and sharing ideas to gain greater understanding. She is a triathlete, participating in basketball, track and volleyball. She is a leader, supporting her fellow team mates and helping them all grow as athletes. Her commitment to her school community continues in the summer, where she volunteers for summer preschool and the farmers market school garden booth.

How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals

$20,000 would provide Milena with a solid foundation for continuing her education post graduation, allowing her flexibility in her school choices

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