Waverly

Waverly is the kind of student who doesn’t just study science, she lives it. For her, science is not confined to a classroom or a textbook.

Placed 18th

in their group

Thank you for supporting Waverly 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

My child loves being a student because every day feels like opening a new mystery. School is where questions turn into discoveries. Whether it’s learning why the sky changes colors, how plants grow, or how the human body works, being a student gives them the chance to explore the world in ways they never imagined. She love that being a student means it’s okay to ask “why” a hundred times. Every lesson is like a clue that helps her understand how everything around them works.

Favorite Subject & Why

My child’s favorite subject is science because it turns curiosity into discovery. She loves asking “why” and then getting to explore the answer through experiments, nature, and learning how the world works. Science makes learning exciting because every lesson reveals something amazing—from how the human body works to why the stars shine. It makes her feel like a real explorer of the universe.

How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals

Winning $20,000 would help turn big dreams into real opportunities. It would provide access to books, science kits, technology, and educational experiences that make learning come alive. It would help support her curiosity, encourage her exploration, and give the tools needed to keep asking her questions, discovering new ideas, and building a future focused on learning and innovation.

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