7th Grader Sophia Liporace Wins National Award for TED Talk

Seventh grader Sophia Liporace won first place in the National Speaking Week's competition in the category of "Best Speech/Podcast" for her TEDX talk "Couldn't Ask for More." Sophia spoke at the Middle School TEDX event "Muthos" about living with the eye condition nystagmus. 

"Please join me in congratulating Sophia. We are so proud of her and all of our 7th and 8th grade TEDXer's," said teacher Dr. Cristina James, organizer of the TEDX event.

Head of School Bob Goldberd said he is proud to have Sophia representing the school at such an impressive level.

Watch Sophia's Entire TEDX Talk Below.


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