Aayush Verma

Aayush iVerma s a junior at Franklin High School in Sacramento, California. He has always been a mental health advocate for teenagers struggling with stress and anxiety and wants to teach other teens how to cope using his own strategies. He has moved multiple times around the country, from South Dakota to New Jersey to Texas and finally California. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing basketball with friends, and wildlife photography. Aayush is the captain of the debate team and on the varsity tennis team in his school. He also spends his time in Boy Scouts, learning leadership skills and interpersonal skills as well. Aayush is interested in pursuing a career in oncology or orthopedic surgery.