Sports with Zaza: Mike Bibby
1:1 with Mike Bibby Hi, I’m Zaza, and I got to cover The Straight Game podcast live show in Phoenix! The podcast has three hosts who are all basketball legends with ties to Arizona. One of them is Mike Bibby ...
Shiloh
Stage Lights and Stirrups Feel Like Home to Shiloh Nine-year-old Shiloh Foreman from Anthem shines just as brightly under stage lights as she does in the saddle. She has two big passions—performing in musicals and riding horses—and she’s already proving ...
Paint for Positivity
By Naya Seth, Epic Kids Junior Reporter Art has a way of spreading happiness, and these two high school juniors have embodied that sentiment by giving back through art. Caroline Jones, the founder, and Annabelle Rice, the co-founder, have turned ...
Epic Leader Freeman Brown Inspires with Respect and Kindness
From Kindergarten through 7th grade, Freeman Brown has grown up at Monte Vista School—and today, he’s recognized across campus as a leader who embodies the values of the Ron Clark House system: The Persisters, The Diplomats, The Enthusiasts, The Explorers, ...
Ashley
Ashley Lonier Believes Small Actions Make a Big Difference Ashley Lonier isn’t your average high schooler. She’s a dancer, a teacher, an animal rescuer, and an adventure seeker. Whether she’s performing on stage or bottle-feeding baby kittens, Ashley puts her ...
Amaira Srivastava: The Teen Who Invented an Edible Cup to Save the Planet
At just 14 years old, Amaira Srivastava is proving that big change can come in small, biodegradable packages. This Scottsdale ninth-grader made national headlines after being named a finalist in the prestigious 3M Young Scientist Challenge—and for good reason. Amaira ...
Helping Hands: How YOU Can Make a Difference
You don’t have to be a grown-up to make the world a better place. In fact, some of the biggest changes start with kids just like you! Whether it’s helping a neighbor, protecting the planet, or supporting a cause you ...
Rocky Mountain Emmys
Lights, Camera… Action! Some Peoria Unified high school students are shining like stars! They were nominated for special awards called the Rocky Mountain Emmys — kind of like the Oscars, but for student filmmakers. What’s the Rocky Mountain Emmy? These ...
Small Golfer, Big Dreams: Autumn Taylor is teeing up for greatness.
By Sondra Barr Photos courtesy of Autumn Taylor At just 9 years old, Autumn Taylor already has a clear vision for her future—and it involves fairways, flags, and a whole lot of focus. “I told my parents I wanted to ...
Cool Kid: “Mari” McWilliams and her big idea.
By Naya Seth Photos courtesy of the McWilliams family At just 13 years old, Mariana “Mari” McWilliams is already making waves as an entrepreneur. Inspired by others starting businesses, she launched Mari’s Gold—a snow cone stand named after the marigold ...
