Winner will appear in Reader's Digest, tour The Planetary Society with Bill Nye, and win $20,000!
At just 5, Neal solves 2nd grade math and dreams up amazing ideas—brilliant, creative, and kind. A true rising star!
Help your favorite student appear in Reader's Digest and take home $20,000!
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
Neal loves being a student because he is naturally curious, intelligent, and creative. He enjoys asking questions and discovering how things work. With a special talent for understanding concepts quickly and deeply, learning excites him every day. School is a place where his creativity shines, his knowledge grows, and his love for learning becomes stronger.
Favorite Subject & Why
Neal’s favorite subject is Math. He has a natural love for numbers and enjoys challenging himself with new problems. At this age, he can confidently do mental math, such as adding and subtracting two-digit numbers and skip counting, which is considered excellent. Math helps him make sense of the world around him and supports his growing love for cars and how they work.
How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals
A $20,000 award would let Neal explore his curiosity through advanced math and science, hands-on projects, and activities tied to his love for race cars, including building his own futuristic car. It would spark creativity, strengthen skills, and boost confidence, turning his passion for learning into exciting discoveries every day.
Help Neal Arun become America's Favorite Student by casting your free daily vote, or make an even bigger impact when you vote by donation, supporting The Planetary Society and their mission to inspire curiosity and help shape the future of space exploration for everyone.
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