Raylan has loved learning since he could read at the age of 4. Everyday he is excited, and eager to learn. He wants to be a scientist!
Thank you for supporting Raylan 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
He loves being a student because he just loves to learn. Every teacher he has ever had has been amazing, and so supportive of his eagerness in the classroom. He has even told me he would prefer to be at school instead of at home. He has even cried at the end of the school year because he has to go on summer break. Why can't school be all the time, he asks.
Favorite Subject & Why
His favorite subject is science which he just really got into this year. He especially loves chemistry because you can really see the results first hand when conducting an experiment. He loves every step of the scientist process, and just can't get enough.
How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals
This money would support him to achieve his goals of becoming a scientist, even though he doesn't know exactly what branch of science he wants to get into, I know he will be successful in anything he sets his mind to. Who knows what college tuition will look like in 10 years, so every little bit helps!
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