Tempe Sixth Grader Markus Amdam Bang Joins Legendary Vocalist Sarah Brightman on Stage
By Sondra Barr Markus Amdam Bang, a sixth grader at Tempe Prep Academy, achieved what many musicians only dream of. This past December, Markus took the stage at the Arizona Financial Theatre in Phoenix, singing angelic duets with legendary vocalist ...
Goal-Setting Fun: How to create a vision board to turn your ideas into action.
For the new year, our family thought it would be a great idea to make vision boards to visualize the goals we plan on accomplishing. A vision board is a fun and fulfilling project. I think it’s important to make ...
Notre Dame Prep Students Bring Veterans’ Stories to Life
By Sondra Barr For Michael Swerlyk, an 18-year-old senior at Notre Dame Preparatory High School (NDP), enrolling in the elective course Imprints of Honor was about stepping out of his comfort zone. “I wasn’t very familiar with the military or ...
Big Hearts, Bright Minds: Boulder Creek Elementary students have the recipe for civic and educational success
By Sondra Barr Photos courtesy of Boulder Creek Elementary Boulder Creek Elementary School isn’t just about top grades—it’s a place where students grow into leaders who make a real difference in their community. For the second year in a row, ...
Phoenix Day School for the Deaf Students Win Big at Robotics Competition
Photo courtesy of Phoenix Day School for the Deaf Phoenix Day School for the Deaf (PDSD) middle school students Owen, Espi, and Samuel recently competed and won at the VEX IQ Robotics Competition. The VEX IQ Robotics Competition is an ...
Checkmate Champ: Meet 9-year-old chess wiz Aayansh Guntaka
By Naya Seth Photos courtesy of the Guntaka family Aayansh Guntaka is gaining both smarts and awards! This 9-year-old chess prodigy has competed in tournaments worldwide, quickly becoming one of the best in the U-9 category. Aayansh’s interest in chess ...
From Dance Studio to Runway: Eleven-year-old Gilbert dancer shares her story about walking the runway at Los Angeles Fashion Week
By Carly Stidham Photo courtesy of the Stidham family I’ve been dancing for as long as I can remember. My mom says I started when I was 3, twirling around the house to whatever music was playing. Seeing how much ...
Local Student Miles Bair Impresses at International Geography Championships
Photo courtesy of the Bair Family Miles Bair, a fifth grader from Kiva Elementary School recently represented Arizona on the global stage at the Third International Geography Championships in Vienna, Austria. Miles is passionate about geography, and his hard work ...
Making Waves: Meet Josie Dolan, the 13-year-old swimmer chasing her Paralympic dream!
By Naya Seth Photos courtesy of the Dolan family Josie Dolan, a 13-year-old swimmer, is striving for greatness! She started swimming when she was just 9 months old and has loved the sport ever since, saying her favorite part about ...
The B.I.G. Event: Girl Scouts’ biggest party of the year returns!
Get ready, Phoenix! The biggest Girl Scout event of the year is making a grand return this fall, and it’s going to be epic! Mark your calendars for Sat. Nov. 16 because The Believe in Girls (B.I.G.) Event is back ...
Kid reporter Nicholas Bubeck takes on a puzzling adventure at The Nemesis Club.
Photos courtesy of Nicholas Bubeck From hidden clues to flashing lights, The Nemesis Club is an awesome escape room. I recently experienced the Evil Robots game there, and I loved it. Here are 10 things to know about visiting (and ...
Teenager Starts Writing Contest to Inspire Kids and Give Back
By Naya Seth Photo courtesy of Opportunity Community Justice A senior at Pinnacle High School, 17-year-old Jadyn wanted to reach the community in a way that may have been overlooked in the past. Writing has always been a passion of ...
Meet Indigo Martinez, A Budding Artist and Nature Enthusiast at Larry C. Kennedy School
Photos courtesy of Creighton School District This fall, Larry C. Kennedy School opened its doors to students with a brand new, state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire learning through nature and sustainability. Among the students enjoying the new spaces is 10-year-old ...
Phoenix Children’s Chorus launches Tutti Program to create opportunities for all kids.
Inclusive Music Phoenix Children’s Chorus launches Tutti Program to create opportunities for all kids. By Naya Seth Photo courtesy of Phoenix Children’s Chorus The Tutti program at Phoenix Children’s Chorus (PCC) is opening doors and creating opportunities for kids of ...
Rising Star Athlete, musician, artist – 13-year-old Malakai Nicholas is a champion in the making.
Rising Star Athlete, musician, artist – 13-year-old Malakai Nicholas is a champion in the making. By Marisol Acosta Photos courtesy of the Nicholas family At 13 years old, Malakai Nicholas has his sights set on greatness. With a passion for ...
From Skateboards to Race Cars: Epic Kids reporter Nicholas Bubeck chats with pro skater turned race car driver Mia Lovell
From Skateboards to Race Cars Epic Kids reporter Nicholas Bubeck chats with pro skater turned race car driver Mia Lovell. Mia Lovell’s journey from a pro skateboarder to a race car driver is super inspiring! She’s won tons of local ...
Discover Your Path – Become a Scout Today!
By Morgan Willis and Ryan Martin, Scouts of the Year at Grand Canyon Council, Scouting America Scouting is fun! It’s a hands-on adventure that lets kids explore the outdoors, learn new skills, and to get you away from too much ...
Emilia’s Epic Eats: A brunch bash with besties at Cala Scottsdale
Emilia’s Epic Eats A brunch bash with besties at Cala Scottsdale. By Emilia Hernandez Photos courtesy of the Hernandez family Happy Month of May to all my favorite Epic Kids! It’s Emilia again, and this month I'm taking you to ...