Class of 2021

Abigail Keyes

Abigail Keyes is currently a sophomore at Basha High School. She is enrolled in AP Chemistry and has completed AP Biology and Honors Chemistry. Furthermore, she also participates in, and thoroughly enjoys, Academic Decathlon. Abigail's favorite pastimes involve reading, sewing, and drawing and her favorite subject is, of course, science with a close second being history, specifically art history. In the future, she hopes to go down the medical field path and become a pathologist in order to apply her love for science to helping others.

Allyson Huyhn

Allyson Huynh is a sophomore at Basha High School and loves everything about science. She has taken AP Biology and is currently enrolled in AP Chemistry and AP Psychology. When she is away from school, she likes to read and spend time with her friends and family.

Andrew Trias

Andrew Trias is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Chemistry and is currently enrolled in AP Physics 1, AP Calculus BC, and Science is Fun. Outside of school, he enjoys playing the trumpet and hanging out with friends and family. Beyond high school, he plans on attending Arizona State University and majoring in finance.

Anokh Ambadipudi

Anokh Ambadipudi is a junior at Basha High School and has been in Science is Fun for 2 years. He has previously taken multivariate calculus and AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and Physics 1 and is currently taking linear algebra and AP Physics C. In his spare time Anokh participates on the academic decathlon team and loves to hang out with his friends. In the future, Anokh hopes to go into the medical research field.

Aubrey Breen

Aubrey Breen is a senior at Basha High School. Some of her favorite classes include AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Seminar, Symphonic Orchestra, and Multivariable Calculus. As the cellist and co-founder of the Willow String Quartet, she shares her love of music through service to her community, including performances at local elementary schools and nursing homes. Aubrey plans to pursue a dual degree in cello performance and mechanical engineering at the University of Notre Dame.

Braque Unger

Braque Unger is a junior here at Basha High School. She loves to do walk up presentations and see the excited faces as she presents. She has taken multiple AP science classes and is currently taking biotechnology. She loves to teach about science and is part of Girls STEM Empowerment as well as Science is Fun. In her free time she likes to spend time with her friends and her pets.

Braydon Lundgren

This is Braydon Lundgren, a junior at Basha High School. He is a student athlete who is currently taking AP Calc AB, AP Physics 1, and AP English Language. In the past 2 years he has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Psychology. He has run and competed in track and cross country at a state level all 3 years. In college he aspires to pursue medicine and business with plans to start his own practice after college.

Brielle Edwards

Brielle Edwards is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Calculus, and Science is Fun. When Brielle isn't working on schoolwork, she enjoys helping her community as an active member of Sí Se Puede and the National Honors Society. Brielle has a passion for science and will pursue pharmacy at the University of Arizona next year.

Colleen Robinson

Colleen Robinson is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology and AP Chemistry and is currently enrolled in AP Calculus, Medical Professions, and Science is Fun! She is also secretary of NHS, treasurer of HOSA, member of Link Crew and ACE. Outside of school, she enjoys competitive dancing, teaching dance classes for young kids, and photography. Beyond high school, she plans on attending the University of Arizona and majoring in physiology.

Ethan Tang

Ethan Tang is a junior at Basha High School. He has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and is currently enrolled in AP Calculus BC and AP Physics 1. Outside of school, Ethan enjoys playing chess, reading, and volunteering online at the Smithsonian Transcription Center. He hopes to pursue a career in medical/chemical engineering or computer science.

Finn Howe

Finn Howe is now in his senior year of high school, the final stage in his high school career of pursuing his passion for science. By taking AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1, AP Calculus AB and BC, as well as AP Computer Science A, and AP English Language, and by being currently enrolled in AP Stats, AP Physics C, and AP English Literature, Finn Howe continues to put in the effort to explore the world of science. Along with being a member of Science is Fun, Finn Howe is a member of NHS and Sí Se Puede and regularly volunteers in the community and food banks. Finn Howe plans to major in Computer Science at ASU.

Hanna Rodrigo

Hanna Rodrigo is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Chemistry, AP Biology, Science is Fun, and is currently enrolled in AP Physics 1 and AP Calculus AB. When she is not doing schoolwork or volunteer work, she enjoys hanging with her friends and exercising. Hanna will be going to ASU for biomedical sciences and hopes to continue to medical school.

Ian Martis

Ian Martis is currently a junior at Basha High School and is enrolled in AP Calculus BC and AP Chemistry. He is a part of the varsity soccer team, and in his free time, he enjoys playing guitar and spending time with friends. In college, he hopes to pursue a major in one of the STEM fields.

Isabel Madrid

Isabel Madrid is currently a junior in high school and am incredibly interested in biology, specifically biomedical sciences. It is fascinating to learn about the smallest details of the human body, and how modern technology can enhance how we live! After high school, Isabel plans on attending college and majoring in biochemistry, biophysics, or molecular biology.

Jack Mao

Jack Mao is a senior at Basha High School. At school, he has taken numerous AP classes and was involved in his community, from taking part in Student Government, the NHS, and the Chandler Mayor's Youth Commission. Jack currently directs a nonprofit organization and small business he founded using minuscule McDonald's wages and the power of the Internet. He has also prepared countless tax returns for the low-income community as an IRS-certified volunteer, claiming thousands of dollars in tax refunds each month.

Jake Summers

Jake Summers is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Chemistry and AP Calculus BC and is currently enrolled in Multivariate Calculus, AP Statistics, and AP Physics C. He is part of Academic Decathlon, Math Club, Science is Fun, and National Honor Society. He plans on attending ASU and majoring in Mathematics and Astrophysics.

Jennifer Johnson

Jennifer Johnson is a senior in high school who will be pursuing Biomedical Sciences at Arizona State University. She is also a musician in her high school's percussion program as well as in The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps. In her career path, she plans on going to med school and becoming an Optometrist. Jennifer also enjoys drawing, playing video games, and playing the drum set in her own rock band.

Jessica Li

Jessica Li is a junior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, AP Psychology, and AP Chemistry. She is currently enrolled in AP Physics, AP Calculus, and AP Statistics. Outside of Science is Fun, she is involved in other activities like Color Guard, Band Council, and the Asian Cultural Ethics Club. In the future, she plans to continue her passion for science and study neuroscience.

Justin La Zare

Justin La Zare is a senior at Basha High School who has taken/is currently taking several AP courses, such as AP Chemistry and AP Calc BC. He is also heavily involved with Basha's cybersecurity program. Justin is in the cybersecurity club, math club, NHS, and Science is Fun and enjoys programming and playing chess in his free time. He plans to attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and major in cyber intelligence and security.

Kira Morris

Kira Morris, a current senior at Basha High School, enjoys taking challenging STEM courses such as Multivariate Calculus and Differential Equations, AP Chemistry, and AP Statistics. In addition to receiving her high school diploma, Kira will be graduating from Chandler-Gilbert Community College with an Associate of Science and Associate of Arts in Spring 2021. She has also become biliterate in American Sign Language. Kira plays multiple instruments within band and is the head drum major for the Basha Bear Regiment. Being passionate about STEM, American Sign Language, and Music, Kira plans to attend the University of Arizona Honors College in the Fall to double major in Mathematics and Deaf Studies.

Loretta Tran

Loretta Tran is currently a junior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Psychology. She is currently enrolled in AP Physics 1, AP Calculus BC, Medical Professions 1, and Agriscience and is a part of the FFA and HOSA. Outside of school she enjoys volunteering in STEM based clubs, researching and growing plants, and hopes to pursue a career in the medical field.

Olivia Breen

Olivia Breen is a senior at Basha High School, and some of the most influential classes she has taken include AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calc BC, Orchestra, and AP Physics C. If she's not at school or studying, you'll find Olivia at a music rehearsal, practicing the violin, fishing, or on a bike ride. She plans on attending the University of Texas at Austin to study Violin Performance and Aerospace Engineering.

Olivia Hajdys

Olivia Hajdys is a senior this year and one of the Co-Presidents of Science is Fun. Her ambitions will motivate her to pursue a double major in biochemistry and Spanish at the university level. She has a passion for exploring the outdoors and traveling. Olivia is also trilingual, as she is fluent in Spanish and Polish.

Riley Mayes

Riley Mayes is junior at Basha High School. She has taken AP Biology and AP Chemistry. She is currently enrolled in AP Physics and Biotechnology. Outside of school she plays club soccer and enjoys helping out as much as possible in Science is Fun. She plans on studying medicine in college.

Ryenne Belt

Ryenne Belt is a senior at Basha High School. She is passionate about science and has taken AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1, AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, and is currently taking Linear Algebra and AP Physics C. She has also completed research; competing at a state level and has played volleyball for Basha all four years. She plans on going to the Honors College at the University of Arizona and studying biochemistry.

Sofia Llanos

Sofia Llanos is a sophomore at Basha High School . She is currently enrolled in AP Chemistry and AP Psychology, and has taken AP Biology. She is a fluent Spanish speaker and enjoys presenting in her native language for Science is Fun. In her free time, she plays soccer, reads, and swims for the Basha Swim Team. She hopes to major in neuroscience and psychology in the future.

Taylani Tran

Taylani Tran is currently a sophomore at Basha High School. She enjoys learning about how things in the world function, so by default, science is her top subject in school. She has taken AP Biology and is currently in a Principles of Engineering class and other science based classes. Outside of school, she works on earning her black belt, is on the Teen Advisory Board of Arizona Science Center, and playing online games.

Taylar Cook

Taylar Cook is a junior at Basha High School currently enrolled in numerous STEM- based AP classes such as AP Calculus and AP Chemistry. Her passion for leadership and science drew her to clubs such as Hosa, NHS, and Link Crew. She hopes to major in either anthropology or archeology to combine her love for science with her admiration of history.

Tyler Tannenbaum

Tyler Tannenbaum is a junior at Basha High School. He has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Physics. He has also taken AP Computer Science Principles, AP Calculus BC, and plans to take AP Computer Science A next year. Outside of school, Tyler likes to hang out with friends, listen to music, and practice instruments. He plans on becoming a computer science major in college.

Class of 2020

Lewis Alexander

Lewis Alexander is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, AP Computer Science A, AP Physics 1 & C, and AP Calculus BC. He is currently taking in Linear Algebra. Outside of school, he enjoys playing instruments, listening to podcasts, and spending time with friends. He plans on majoring in pharmacology in college.

Anokh Ambadipudi

Anokh Ambadipudi is a sophomore at Basha High school. He has taken AP Biology and AP Calculus BC. He is currently enrolled in AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1, and Multivariate Calculus. Outside of school, he volunteers with Suncrest Hospice and works as a karate instructor. He plans to study in the medical research field

Jarod Bartlett

Jarod Bartlett is a senior at Basha High School is who has taken AP Biology, AP Computer Science A, AP Physics C, AP Chemistry, and AP Calculus BC. He is currently enrolled in AP Macroeconomics, AP Government, and AP Literature. Outside of school, he enjoys programming and hanging out with friends. He hopes to attend either UC Berkeley or MIT and major in Computer Science.

Ryenne Belt

Ryenne Belt has been fascinated with science since 7th grade. Currently, she is a junior at Basha High School. She is active in the science program at Basha High School. She has taken AP Biology and is currently enrolled in AP Chemistry and AP Physics. When outside the classroom, she participates in club volleyball, research, GirlSTEMpowerment, and Science is Fun.

Madison Bentley

Madison Bentley is a senior at Basha High School who is currently enrolled in AP Statistics and Anatomy. She has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Calculus AB. Next year, she will be attending Northern Arizona University and will be majoring in Biology. She hopes to carry on and use her Biology degree to go to Pharmacy school.

Nikita Bharati

Nikita Bharati is a junior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, Chemistry, Physics 1, Environmental Science, Statistics, and Calculus BC and is currently taking AP Physics C, Computer Science Principles, etc. Outside of school, she enjoys teaching STEM-based workshops to young girls through her organization "Girl STEMpowerment", and working on various sustainability projects around her community, as well as being an advocate for the implementation of greener initiatives around Arizona.

Brandon Casillas

Brandon Casillas is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Chemistry and is currently enrolled in AP Physics C, AP Calculus AB, and Science is Fun. Outside of school, he enjoys video games and hanging out with friends. He hopes to attend UC Berkeley, U of A, or ASU and major in Chemistry.

Kylee Cook

Kylee Cook is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, AP physics and AP Chemistry, and is currently enrolled in AP Calculus, Science is Fun, Medical Professions, and Anatomy. Kylee is a member of HOSA, NHS, and Link Crew. Outside of school she volunteers and works at a senior living facility.

Brielle Edwards

Brielle Edwards is a junior at Basha High School who has taken AP Chemistry and AP Biology and is currently taking AP Calculus and Science is Fun. When Brielle isn't working on schoolwork, she enjoys helping her community as an active member of Sí Se Puede and the National Honors Society. Brielle has a passion for science and hopes to pursue this field in the future.

Natalie Edwards

Natalie Edwards is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, AP Computer Science A, Honors and AP Chemistry, AP Statistics, and AP Calculus AB and BC. She is currently enrolled in Multivariate Calculus, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, AP Environmental Science, and AP Physics 1. Outside of school, she enjoys drawing. She plans to attend the Barrett Honors College at ASU and major in genetics.

Sydney Eliason

Sydney Eliason is a senior at Basha High School who is currently enrolled in AP Physics C, and AP Calculus BC. She is a member of the Varsity soccer team, GirlSTEMpowerment, and Science is Fun. Sydney plans to attend Oregon State University to major in Civil Engineering.

Tyler Fichiera

Tyler Fichiera is currently a senior at Basha High School. He enjoys challenging himself in honors and AP classes with his favorites being AP Java, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus BC, AP Physics, and Science is Fun! When he is not in the classroom, he enjoys programming, staying up late, and hanging out with friends. He plans to study computer science in college.

Jacob Forbes

Jacob Forbes is a senior at Basha High School and is currently taking AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, Medical Professions, and Science is Fun! When Jacob is not in class or doing homework, he is teaching younger kids how to read and write Hebrew, playing video games, or spending time with family and friends. He volunteers at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center during the summer. He is currently studying to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and a Hospital Core-man in the Navy.

Duncan Goodman

Duncan Goodman is a senior at Basha High School who has taken a whole host of AP classes. Outside of the classroom, he swims competitively, practices several martial arts, and enjoys performing in musical theatre. He also speaks two languages fluently, is conversational in a third, and would love to learn several more. Duncan hopes to one day attend the University of Michigan or Harvard University and major in political science or international business and entrepreneurship.

Olivia Hajdys

Olivia Hajdys is a junior at Basha High School. She has taken AP Biology and is currently enrolled in Biotechnology I and AP Chemistry. Olivia is also fluent in Polish and Spanish, as she is the Co-President of Spanish Honors Society and Vice President of the national volunteering organization Sí Se Puede. Her passion for STEM is furthered by being the Co-Operations Manager of the National Organization Girl STEMpowerment. She is also an active member or NHS, Link Crew, HOSA, German Club, Oldies but Goodies, and Academic Decathlon. When she is not studying, she is spending time with friends, hiking, kayaking, or running.

Madison Kierein

Madison Kierein is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Calculus AB. She is currently in her second year of Biotechnology as well as AP Statistics. Outside of school, she enjoys to swim competitively and teach swim lessons. She plans on going to the University of Texas at Austin, or the University of Arizona, to study pharmacy.

Josalyn Kim

Josalyn Kim is a senior at Basha High School and is currently taking AP Chemistry and Science is Fun. She is also historian of STEM related clubs such as HOSA and Girl STEMpowerment. Other clubs that she participates in are NHS and the Asian Cultural Ethics Club. When she is not in school, Josalyn spends time with friends. After graduating, she hopes to attend ASU to major in nursing.

Joshua Li

Joshua Li is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, AP Physics 1, AP Physics C, and AP Chemistry. Outside of school, he enjoys learning or hanging out with friends. He hopes to one day become the CEO of his own tech company. He hopes to major in Computer Science or Engineering.

Kavi Manik

Kavi Manik is currently a senior at Basha High School and is enrolled in Linear Algebra, Calculus 3, and AP Physics C. He is a part of the varsity Track and Field and Cross Country teams, and in his free time, he enjoys playing video games and spending time with friends. He plans on majoring in chemical engineering in college.

Ian Martis

Ian Martis is a sophomore at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology. In his free time, Ian enjoys learning more about science.

Hayden Mitteer

Hayden Mitteer is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, Sports Medicine, and AP Chemistry. He is currently enrolled in AP Physics C, AP Calculus AB, and Anatomy. He enjoys casually playing golf and spending time with family outside of school. He has been admitted to UofA and ASU and plans on majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the UofA College of Pharmacy.

Anton Nguyen

Anton Nguyen is a junior at Basha High School. He has taken AP Chemistry, AP Psychology, and AP Biology. He is currently enrolled in AP Physics 1, AP Calculus AB, and AP Environmental Science. Outside of school, he enjoys hanging out with friends and reading.

Colleen Robinson

Colleen Robinson is a junior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology and is currently enrolled in AP Chemistry, AP Calculus, Medical Professions, and Science is Fun. Outside of school, she enjoys competitive dancing, teaching dance classes for young kids, and photography. Beyond high school, she plans on attending the University of Arizona and majoring in physiology.

Jasmeen Sidhu

Jasmeen Sidhu is a junior at Basha High School and is in her second year in Science is Fun. She has taken AP Biology and AP Chemistry and is currently enrolled in AP Calculus BC and AP Physics 1. Outside of the classroom, she is involved in clubs such as the National Honor Society, the National Honor Society for Dance Arts, and Si Se Puede. In her free time, she enjoys dancing and spending time with her friends and family.

Eve Taylor

Eve Taylor is a senior at Basha High School. This is her second year in Science is Fun. She is currently taking Intro to Stats and Medical Professions. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends and family, playing the ukulele, photography, and playing sports like basketball and badminton. She is thinking about attending NAU or ASU where she will major in Kinesiology and go on to pursue a career in Physical Therapy.

Teresa Tran

Teresa Tran is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Physics C, and AP Calculus BC. She is currently enrolled in AP Biology and AP Computer Science A. Outside of school, she enjoys inspiring others with STEM based clubs, volunteering with the French Honors Society, and playing the violin. She hopes to pursue a career in engineering.

Max Turner

Max Turner is currently a senior at Basha and has taken classes in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Calculus. He also enjoys playing volleyball and has been a part of the varsity team at Basha for all four years. In addition, he does improv comedy with SIC, the competitive improv team at Basha High School. He often spends his free time playing video games or watching movies with friends.

Kallie White

Kallie White is currently a senior at Basha High School who has completed Honors Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus, and is currently enrolled in Science is Fun. When Kallie is not in class, she is probably running or playing soccer. She volunteers her time participating with Operation Back to School providing school supplies for students.

Class of 2019

Sydney Fuller

Sydney Fuller is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Chemistry and is currently enrolled in AP Physics 1, AP Calculus, and Science is Fun! When Sydney is not working on school work she is playing her flute and piano as well as participating in clubs like Flute Choir and National Honors Society. She also loves helping others academically and spending time with her family and friends. She plans to major in Chemistry.

Michael Garcia

Michael Garcia is a senior at Basha High School and has taken AP Physics, AP Physics C, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus BC, and Science is Fun. When Michael is not in class or doing homework, he is learning languages, hiking, or playing instruments. He plans on taking his passion for physics and other sciences to the medical field to pursue a career in medicine.

Nick Howell

Nick Howell is currently a senior at Basha High School and is in his second year in Science is Fun. He is taking Linear Algebra, AP Physics, and Honors Science Research. In his free time he enjoys playing guitar, hanging out with friends, and playing video games. He plans to attend ASU.

Tiana Hua

Tiana Hua is currently a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology and is currently enrolled in AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB, Medical Professions 2, and Science is Fun. She enjoys spending time with friends and family and meeting new people. She plans to attend Arizona State University to major in Biological Sciences.

Teagan Jones

Teagan Jones is currently a senior at Basha High School and has excelled in several AP classes including: AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, and AP US History. In her senior year she enrolled in Linear Algebra, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Literature & Composition, AP US Government, AP Macroeconomics. She hopes to major in Biomedical Engineering at ASU next year. She loves science, serving others, and Star Wars!

Victoria Kent

Victoria Kent is a Senior at Basha High School. She is a member of Science is Fun and the National History Honor Society, an officer in Leo Club and Student Body Publicity Manager in Basha's Student Council. She will be attending Barret Honors College at ASU in the fall, majoring in Chemistry.

Ethan LaBelle

Ethan LaBelle is a senior at Basha High School and has taken many AP classes within the science and mathematics disciplines. Ethan is also an avid musician, playing tuba and trombone and marching drum corps over the summer. He hopes to become a STEM major at ASU in the Fall of 2019.

Thomas McGowan

Thomas McGowan is a senior at Basha High School and has taken AP Environmental Science and AP Chemistry, and is currently taking AP Physics C, Calculus BC, and Honors Science Research. When Thomas is not in class or doing homework, he is participating in chess club or playing video games with his friends.

Sophia Mirda

Sophia Mirda is a senior at Basha High School, currently taking Multivariate/DiffEQ Calculus, Linear Algebra and Physics C. She volunteers as a tutor for elementary school students and acts as Operations Manager for GirlSTEMpowerment. When not in the classroom or volunteering, Sophia enjoys drawing, photography, and watching foreign films. Beyond high school, she plans to pursue a degree in biochemical engineering and a possible minor in Spanish.

Aiden Neill

Aiden Neill is currently a senior at Basha High School who is taking AP Biology, Multivariate Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Honors Science Research. He is extremely excited to be in his second year of Science is Fun as the class's 2019-2020 president and webmaster. In his free time, he enjoys programming, reading, and volunteering with his friends. He plans on majoring in computer science and attending the Barrett Honors College at ASU after high school.

Udochukwu Nwosu

Udochukwu (UD) Nwosu is a senior at Basha High School and has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1, and AP Calculus BC. She is currently taking AP Physics C, Calculus 3, and Linear Algebra. She is the founder of the Basha Chapter of Rho Kappa and a member of the National History Honor Society. When UD is not doing school related activities, she is volunteering in various ways, including being a member of a flute choir that plays in hospitals. When it's time to relax, she's watching her favorite comedians Jake and Amir. UD one day hopes to become a doctor and give back to her homeland, Nigeria.

Aarjav Pandya

Aarjav Pandya is currently a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus BC, and is currently enrolled in AP Physics and Multivariable Calculus/Differential Equations. He enjoys playing basketball and spending time with friends and family. He also volunteers his time at the Chandler Regional Medical Center. He plans on majoring in Biological Sciences and hopes to attend Stanford University to one day become a neurosurgeon.

Katie Pascavis

Katie Pascavis is a senior at Basha High School. She enjoys taking the most challenging classes, like Calculus 3 and AP Chemistry, Physics C, and Biology. She is a Basha Chief Science Officer, Science is Fun Secretary, and National Honor Society Vice President. Outside of school, Katie plays clarinet and ukulele, teaches children as a junior leader in the 4-H Youth Development program, and represents Arizona 4-H in public speaking at national events. She plans to major in Mechanical Engineering.

Matthew Shaffer

Matthew Shaffer is currently a senior at Basha High School, and this is his second year being a part of Science is Fun! He is currently taking Linear Algebra, Multivariate Calculus & Differential Equations, AP Physcis C: Mechanics, AP Government, AP Macroeconomics, and AP English Literature. He loves hanging out with friends and is always quick with a joke. When he's not at school, he can be found volunteering with his friends. He hopes to attend Brown University and major in Biochemical Engineering.

Savanna Taj

Savanna Taj is a senior at Basha High School. She is the president of her schools LEO Club and is passionate about helping out in the community. She will be attending Barrett Honors College at ASU in the fall, majoring in Biomedical Engineering.

Class of 2018

Alissa Atrero

Alissa Atrero is currently a senior at Basha High School. She has struggled through AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Calculus (and thankfully survived). Alissa has always had a passion for education and hopes to become a teacher when she grows up. She is very excited for college and cannot wait to bear down at the University of Arizona in the upcoming school year!

Lauren Birkelo

Lauren Birkelo is currently a senior at Basha High School and is enrolled in Calculus 3, Linear Algebra, and AP Physics. At Basha she is treasurer of NHS, President of Making Cents, and a member of DECA. Outside of school, Lauren works as a math tutor and interns at the University of Advancing Technology. After graduating, she hopes to attend a university and study Aerospace Engineering.

Elise Bouchal

Elise Bouchal is a sophomore at Basha High School who is currently enrolled in AP Biology, Honors Science Research, and Science is Fun! When Elise is not in class, she is participating in clubs at school, including Speech and Debate and Math Club, or playing the piano.

Jeshua Camat

Jeshua Camat is a senior at Basha High School and has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and is currently taking AP Physics 1, AP Statistics, and Science is Fun! When Jeshua is not in class or doing homework, he dances or enjoys playing video games with his friends. He has volunteered at Banner Baywood numerous times. He is currently studying to become a nurse

Soledad Carrillo

Soledad Carrillo is a senior at Basha High School. She has participated in multiple AP and honors classes here at Basha, including AP Chemistry and AP Statistics. In her free time she loves to play music and draw/paint. Soledad has been a member of the Basha Marching Band for all four years of high school and has been in the symphonic band for the past three years. She looks forward to going to ASU for biomedical engineering next year.

Austin Daily

Austin Daily is a senior at Basha who has taken many AP classes, his favorites having been Biology, Chemistry, and Calculus BC. In his free time, he enjoys to read, workout, and spend time with friends. Austin intends to major in sustainability as an honors student at ASU starting in the 2018 fall semester.

Cassidy Fredette-Roman

Cassidy Fredette-Roman is currently a senior at Basha High School. Cassidy has taken AP biology, AP Physics, and AP Chemistry. She is currently enrolled in the research class at Basha and is completing a project on a blood clotting disorder. She plans on majoring in biochemistry in college.

Kayla Headley

Kayla Headley is a senior at Basha High School. She is currently taking 8 classes, some of her favorites being AP Biology, Human Biology, and Medical Professions 2. When she is not working, studying or volunteering, Kayla loves spending time with friends and family, as well as reading, painting, and doing photography. She hopes to pursue a career in medicine after high school.

Nick Howell

Nick Howell is currently a junior at Basha High School and in his first year in Science is Fun. He is taking AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, and AP Psychology. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar, hanging out with friends, and playing video games. He's not sure where he wants to go to college or what to pursue, but regardless, he's going to make the most of his time in Science is Fun.

Leslie Huynh

Leslie Huynh is a senior at Basha High School. She has taken AP Biology and AP Chemistry. Other than Science is Fun, she participates in DECA, NHS, ACE, and Link Crew. She speaks three languages and enjoys reading, watching TV, listening to music, lifeguarding, and eating ice cream. Leslie plans on attending New York University and majoring in computer science, while joining the Army Reserve at the same time.

Kaitlyn Kennedy

Kaitlyn Kennedy is a senior at Basha High School. She is currently in the Honors Science Research class completing her independent study in bioinformatics/molecular docking. Besides science, she also studies jazz piano and composition, performs at The Nash, and enjoys painting and digital art. She plans on pursuing a double major in material sciences and engineering, and music composition.

Zoe Kross

Zoe Kross is a senior at Basha High School. She loves chemistry and biology and wants to major in neuroscience when she goes to college. She is planning to attend Macalester College in Minnesota, is an avid soccer player, and has two dogs named Jax and Rusty.

Cameron Lee

Cameron Lee is a senior at Basha High School and is involved in varsity track and field, swim team, and many clubs. Cameron is looking to pursue a Graphic Information Technology degree at ASU Polytechnic, starting in the fall. He also devotes some of his time to growing the two companies he has started.

Aryn Moran

Aryn Moran is a senior at Basha High School who has been involved in Science is Fun for two years. She's taken on a passion in science and has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry and AP Physics to further explore the subject. She's involved with other clubs on campus, and is currently president of NHS for the 2017/2018 school year. Being involved with her community is one of her main goals! ASU is Aryn's next destination to continue her studies.

Rohit Nandakumar

Rohit Nandakumar is a senior who's taking Honors Science Research, AP Physics, and Science is Fun! He enjoys programming and lifting in his free time. He plans on majoring in Computational Biology/Biomedical Engineering in college.

Aiden Neill

Aiden Neill is currently a junior at Basha High School who is taking AP Physics C, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, and plans on taking Linear Algebra, Calculus 3, and Honors Science Research. He enjoys programming and reading in his free time. He plans on majoring in computer science and his dream school is MIT.

Valerie Ngo

Valerie Ngo is currently a senior at Basha High School (even though her height suggests otherwise). Valerie has taken AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, and AP Computer Science Principles and is currently taking AP Physics and AP Environmental Science. In her free time, she enjoys practicing the piano, spending time with friends and family, playing games, volunteering, and playing badminton. She aspires to be a physician assistant.

Jin Ni

Jin Ni is currently a senior at Basha High School. She wants to study biochemistry when she goes to college and go into pharmaceutical sciences so that she can help people by developing new/more effective treatments for diseases. She loves sleeping, reading, listening to music, and hanging out with friends.

Aarjav Pandya

Aarjav Pandya is currently a junior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology and is currently enrolled in AP Chemistry and AP Calculus BC. He enjoys playing basketball and spending time with friends and family. He also volunteers his time at the Chandler Regional Medical Center. He plans on majoring in Pre-Med and hopes to attend Stanford University to one day become a cardiovascular surgeon.

Jared Paulus

Jared Paulus is currently a senior at Basha High School. Jared has taken AP Chemistry and AP Calculus along with other courses. Outside of school, he plays varsity basketball and tennis, volunteers, and trades stocks. After high school he plans on majoring in finance.

Juben Saez

Juben Saez is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Chemistry and is currently enrolled in AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, Medical Professions II, and Science is Fun. In his free time, Juben participates in a variety of clubs, such as HOSA, ACE Club, and Chinese Club, where he is Chairman, President, and Secretary, respectively. He is also participating in NHS and is a varsity tennis player. Juben hopes to pursue a medical career after graduating high school.

Harpaul Sidhu

Harpaul Sidhu is a senior at Basha High School. Harpaul has taken Multi-Variable Calculus and Honors Science Research and is currently taking AP Physics and Statistics. He enjoys volunteering at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center and programming. He plans on majoring in biomedical engineering at Arizona State University.

Hannah Skocypec

Hannah Skocypec is a senior at Basha High School who has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Spanish 4, AP Physics I, Biotechnology 1 and 2, and is currently enrolled in AP Calculus A/B, AP Statistics, Honors Science Research for the second year, and Science is Fun for the third year! When Hannah is not studying for all of her classes, she participates in many school clubs such as Living Unified, and NHS. Hannah also participates in the Unified Sports program and in her free time enjoys cooking, reading, and volunteering at the Phoenix Zoo and a local animal shelter. She hopes to major in biochemical engineering once she graduates high school.

Kayla Tran

Kayla Tran is a senior at Basha High School and has taken AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP Psychology, and AP Spanish. In her free time, she enjoys figure skating, playing badminton, dancing, and volunteering with Be the Match to register bone marrow donors. After high school, Kayla plans on majoring in biology to become a pediatrician.

Ryan Tran

Ryan Tran has taken AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, and AP Java. Outside of school he trains students as an assistant instructor in taekwondo and volunteers with Be the Match to register bone marrow donors. After graduating, Ryan hopes to pursue a major in biomaterials and a minor in materials engineering with the goal of pursuing research.

Katie Wilkinson

Katie Wilkinson is a senior at Basha High School. She has taken numerous honors and AP classes, including AP Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, and Statistics. She plays clarinet in the school Symphonic Band as well. In her free time, she enjoys reading, practicing piano, playing with her younger sisters, and watching figure skating. Over the summer, she volunteers at Mercy Gilbert Hospital, among other places. After high school, she plans to attend Barrett Honors College at ASU and foster kittens in the future.

Kyle Wong

Kyle Wong is a senior at Basha High School. He has taken AP Chemistry, AP Physics, and AP Calculus AB and BC. He is currently taking AP Physics C and Multivariate Calculus and Differential Equations. He plans to major in aerospace engineering.

Class of 2016

Reeti B.

Reeti Banerjee enjoys conducting research in order to benefit her community. She also loves to travel and experience different cultures. She plans to become a dentist in the future. She is excited to help children learn to love science!

Ruchi B.

Ruchi Banerjee has taken AP Chemistry, AP Physics, and AP Biology, Honors Science Research, and Science Is Fun! She loves running and reading in her spare time. She plans to attend college and major in engineering after high school.

Hal C.

Hal Carrigan has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, and AP Calculus, Honors Science Research, Calculus 3, and Linear Algebra. He enjoyed participating in Math Club and Key Club. In his spare time, Hal enjoys running and golfing. He is attending Arizona State University in the Barrett Honors College.

Braelyn D.

Braelyn Deem has taken AP Chemistry, AP English, AP Calculus, and AP Statistics. She enjoys running, baking, as well as playing piano and organ in her spare time. She plans to major in food science, attend culinary school, and open a bakery.

Jacob F.

Jacob Fredette-Roman has taken AP Physics, AP Biology, and AP Chemistry. He enjoys participating in extracurricular activities. He is working on a major in biochemistry at Arizona State University in the Barrett Honors College, with the goal of a career in the medical field.

Kylie H.

Kylie Horne has taken AP Chemistry and AP Environmental Science. She enjoys baking, reading, spending time with family and friends, and having fun with science. Combining her love for speaking and learning, she hopes to become a lawyer with an undergraduate degree in business.

Ben H.

Ben Howell took AP Chemistry and enjoys doing biochemical research. He has taken four years of American Sign language and also like to play video games with friends. He is attending Arizona State University in the Barrett Honors College.

Emma H.

Emma Howell has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and four years of Mandarin Chinese. In her free time she enjoys riding her bike, Tabitha, and hanging out with her triplet brother and sister. She is attending Arizona State University in the Barrett Honors College.

Maddie H.

Maddie Howell enjoys running, and studying science! She is currently attending Arizona State University in the Barrett Honors College, with the goal of becoming an anthropologist.

Michael K.

Michael Koury has taken Calculus AB/BC, AP Chemistry, and AP Physics, and Honors Science Research. He spends time outside of school reading. He is currently attending Arizona State University in the Barrett Honors College, with a strong emphasis on physics and mathematics. He is planning on attending graduate school at Cal Tech.

Zachary R.

Zachary Rauschenberger has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Physics. He enjoys working with 3-D Printers and CAD software as well as other computer related hobbies (video games, coding, etc.). He hopes to one day apply his knowledge as a mechanical engineer.

Class of 2015

Cierra A.

Cierra Apodaca attends Arizona State University. She enjoys listening to music and also playing it, reading, doing crafts, and Science is Fun! She intends to major in business management and minor in chemistry, and then run the family business.

Roanne A.

Roanne Atrero is currently a attending ASU. She has taken Honors Physics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Honors Science Research, and AP Computer Science. Outside of the classroom, Roanne enjoys reading, traveling, and going on long, relaxing drives.

Sam B.

Samantha Bouchal is currently a freshman at Duke and was an intern with Science is Fun for three years. She has taken Multivariable Calculus, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus BC, and Honors Physics. She enjoys playing the piano, reading, performing in community theatre, and conducting research.

Andrea C.

Andrea Charcas attends Georgetown University. She has completed AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Environmental Science. When she is not studying, Andrea enjoys writing, eating international cuisine, and listening to the Civil Wars. Andrea is an international business major with a minor in Spanish.

Henry C.

Henry Chong attends Arizona State University. He has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Honors Science Research, AP Calculus BC, Calculus 3/Differential Equations, and Linear Algebra. Henry hopes to study actuarial science.

Megan D.

Megan Dieu attends Arizona State University. She has completed AP Biology, AP Chemistry and Honors Physics. Megan LOVED being an Intern for Science is Fun. To her, the best part of Science is Fun is sharing her love of science with the students. Megan is studying chemical engineering at ASU in hopes to make a difference in society while continuing her pursuit of knowledge. Megan's advice to young students is, "Keep your mind open to trying and learning new things. There is an entire world out there waiting to be discovered."

José F.

José Fuentes is attending Cornell University. He has taken AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB, AP Physics, AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, and Honors Science Research. He enjoys watching movies, playing chess, solving Rubik's cubes, reading books, and drawing.

Asia L.

Asia Lee is attending Boston University. She has taken AP Chemistry and AP Biology. Asia's studies are focusing on biomedical engineering.

Ashley M.

Currently a college freshman, Ashley Martinez has taken AP Chemistry and AP Biology. She enjoys playing guitar, singing and reading in her spare time. Ashley always strives to learn new and interesting things.

A.J. M.

A.J. Miller is a freshman in the Air Force Academy. He loves science and plans to major in physics. After college he plans to become a pilot in the Air Force.

Joshua S.

Joshua Serva attends Arizona State University. He took AP Chemistry and AP Calculus BC. He enjoys working on computers, Engineering Club, and computer programming. He is majoring in computer science.

Krisztina T.

Currently a college freshman at Arizona State University, Krisztina Tope has taken AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and three years of American Sign Language. She wishes to pursue a career in sustainability, chemical engineering, or biotechnology, and at some point teach science or mathematics. In her spare time she loves volunteering, helping others, immersing herself in deaf culture, playing badminton, and finding the science all around her!

Hayden V.

Currently a college freshman, Hayden Varney enjoys playing the piano, running, and studying science! He hopes to eventually become a psychiatrist, specializing in children's counseling.

Jonathan V.

My name is Jonathan Villegas. I am a freshman at Arizona State University who likes science and math. In particular, I enjoy chemistry and physics. I really like to teach kids about the wonders of science. My favorite subject is a tie between chemistry and calculus.

Collin W.

Hello, my name is Collin Watson and I am attending Chandler Gilbert Community College. My plan is to go to the University of Advancing Technology and major in Game Design. I'm a very funny and enthusiastic person who always brightens people's day. Even though I have my ups and downs, I always try to look at the brighter side of things.