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 ...
By Sondra Barr Photos courtesy of PVSchools At Shadow Mountain High School, there’s a classroom where the mornings are anything but ordinary. It’s home to DAAPS—the Digital Academy of Advanced Placement Scholars—a program that offers students like Avah Montgomery, Jaron ...
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 ...
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 ...
By Sondra Barr Step into the world of Bouldering Project, where families find more than just climbing walls – they discover a vibrant, inclusive community pulsing with adventure and connection. This isn't your average climbing gym; it's a dynamic space ...
By Sondra Barr Photo courtesy of Arizona Charter Academy In the halls of Arizona Charter Academy (ACA) in Surprise, a new wave of leadership is taking root. This school year marks the inaugural formation of the ACA Student Council, a ...
The Believe in Girls (B.I.G.) Event, hosted by the Girl Scouts-Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, was on Saturday, Nov. 12, at ASU Preparatory Academy. It wasn’t just a hit with Girl Scouts, but also a favorite for families and friends. The Epic ...
Family First Foster care program offers financial, social, and training support to families. By Sondra Barr Phoenix Christian Preparatory school counselor Amber Walker brought the idea of starting a foster care program to Lauren Scharnweber’s attention in 2016. The director ...
By Sondra Barr For James and Sasha Lewis, being a big kid is all in a day’s work. As the owners of Leisure Installs, they make fun happen for Valley families by installing and selling playsets and outdoor recreational equipment. ...
Introducing the October issue of Epic Kids. Enjoy! Click on the photo below to view the October 2021 issue of Epic Kids. We welcome feedback and story suggestions. Let us know about the epic kids you know in the Valley ...
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