Finding Your Passion

What Do You Love to Learn?
October 2, 2025 at 6:30 PM ET

Help your student turn curiosity into action. This interactive webinar, led by NSHSS Ambassadors (high school student leaders), guides Young Scholars in grades 6–8 through quick activities to identify interests, connect strengths to real opportunities, and build a simple plan to explore what they love next.

Save your spot and start exploring what you love to learn!

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In this webinar, you will learn about:

Try fast “interest sparks” to spot what energizes them

Hear short stories from high school mentors about finding (and refining) passions

Map clubs, classes, and low-lift ways to try something new

Build a 3-step “Passion Plan” they can start this week

Don’t miss this chance for your student to connect and learn more about how to prepare for their high school experience!

Meet the Speakers:

Nainika Manthena

NSHSS Ambassador President | Meeting Host

Nainika is a senior at Palm Harbor Univ HS - IB Program, FL. She wants to pursue a career as a lawyer specializing in medical malpractice/disability law. She also loves tutoring students in math and reading on which she advocates for education accessibility. Her hobbies include dancing, learning new languages, and fostering dogs.

Antonio Pizza

NSHSS Ambassador Co-Vice President | Speaker

Antonio is a senior at Hagerty High School, FL. He is an up-and-coming politician dedicated to improving his community. Whether he's working on political campaigns or participating in school clubs and activities, Antonio is always ready to help. He will be attending the University of Central Florida this fall for Political Science—and in 2044, he hopes to run for President of the United States! 

Kelly Morris

NSHSS Ambassador Co-Vice President | Speaker

Kelly is a student from Greenville, North Carolina. She is a rising junior at Trinity Christian School and a current sophomore working toward her AAS in Business Administration and Associate of Science. This fall, she will also begin classes at the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics–Online. Kelly is passionate about civics and debate and has a deep love for both visual and performing arts. Her academic goals include completing a BS in Psychology and Neuroscience, earning a master’s in clinical psychology, and pursuing a combined MD/PhD in Psychology. She aspires to become an Emergency Medicine Physician specializing in Trauma and Behavioral Health. Kelly is excited to connect with fellow students and share her journey.

Hannah Huff

NSHSS Ambassador Outreach Coordinator | Speaker

Hannah is a student at Providence Classical Christian School, GA, is a dedicated athlete and performer. She serves as captain of both the volleyball and basketball teams and is also an actress. 

Blaise Bowers

NSHSS Ambassador Advocate | Speaker

Blaise is a senior at Legacy High School in Broomfield, CO. An aspiring filmmaker, businessman, and entertainment attorney. Blaise currently works at Langley LLP as a law clerk, video editor, and podcast manager. He will be attending Chapman University this fall for Business Administration.