Sawyer Purdue

My son is passionate about science and learning. He is kind, funny, and shows leadership in the classroom each day and outside of it!

Placed 32nd

in their group

Thank you for supporting Sawyer Purdue 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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Why They Love Being a Student

He is extremely curious about the world and usually cannot just accept an answer. He has to dig in and find out how and why things work the way they do.

Favorite Subject & Why

He loves science because of its evidence based model. He wants to know how the world works and is extremely interested in space and the solar system.

How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals

The award would be put into a college fund to help further his educational goals and help him choose the right school for him. It would open up a world of possibilities for him.

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