Olivia Lawson

Olivia is kind, driven, and a natural leader always helping others, standing up for what’s right, and curious about science and the world.

Placed 6th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Olivia Lawson 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.



Reader's Digest Magazine covers

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 More

Why They Love Being a Student

Olivia loves being a student because she enjoys learning and exploring new interests. She also finds joy in helping others understand what they’re learning, making things easier for her classmates so they can grow to love learning too. For Olivia, being a student means growing, sharing knowledge, and supporting others along the way.

Favorite Subject & Why

Olivia’s favorite subject is math because she finds numbers fun and fascinating. She loves how numbers can be used in so many ways. To her, math is exciting because there’s no limit to what you can discover and create with it.

How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals

A $20,000 award would help support Olivia’s educational goals by giving her the opportunity to attend the private school she hopes to enroll in, where she can continue to grow academically. It would also help build a strong foundation for her future, including saving toward college and supporting her long term educational journey.

Powered by Colossal

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.


Meet Colossal