Theme: Ignite Innovation

Humanity has been shaped by innovation. Humans have been able to accomplish so much because of our creative thinking and ability to foster innovation in the face of challenges. Innovation is a continuous process, and by identifying the driving factors and its impacts, we can foster the growth of our communities and promote creativity. Join us on the 29th of March at the Four Points Middle School theatre to hear our speakers Aashka, Anya, Charlie, Christine, Dishita, Lasya, and Shaye's takes on the topic.

Four Points Middle School
9700 McNeil Dr.
Theatre
Austin, Texas, 78750
United States

Aashka Kancharla

Student

Aashka Kancharla is the Founder and President of Habitat for Humanity at Vandegrift High School, driven by a deep passion for affordable housing and a strong ambition to study architecture—ideally in New York City. Beyond her architectural pursuits, she is an avid reader and writer, eager to explore the literary world. She also has a love for long-distance running, using it as a way to discover new trails, cities, and races.

Anya Bhandari

Student

Anya Bhandari is a high school senior at Vandegrift High School with a strong focus on business, policy, and STEM. She is a passionate advocate for social justice serving as a Youth Outreach Leader for the Austin Liberation Youth Movement (ALYM) and in the STEM and business world, she is the Business Operations Lead for FRC Team Valor 6800. At her high school, Anya also founded and leads the Vandegrift High School Mock Trial Team, is a state-level DECA competitor, serves as Vice President of Student Council, and is a Core Team Leader for the Leander Independent School District Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council under Dr. Bruce Gearing and more.