Theme: Cognitive Kaleidoscope

Welcome to TEDxStacyRoad Youth, where we invite you to embark on a journey through the Cognitive Kaleidoscope. In a world brimming with information and ideas, it's easy to become accustomed to seeing things through a singular lens. However, what if we dared to challenge this notion? What if we embraced the idea of viewing common concepts, everyday occurrences, and pressing issues from various angles, just like turning a kaleidoscope?

The theme of our event, "Cognitive Kaleidoscope," encapsulates the essence of exploring ever-changing perspectives and patterns in our thinking. Just as a kaleidoscope reveals intricate and mesmerizing patterns through the interplay of light and mirrors, our minds have the capacity to illuminate new insights and understandings when we approach them with openness and curiosity.

Throughout the event, we will delve into a myriad of topics, ranging from technology and science to arts, culture, and societal issues. Our diverse lineup of speakers will challenge conventional wisdom, spark thought-provoking discussions, and inspire you to see the world with fresh eyes.

Whether you're a seasoned innovator, a curious thinker, or simply someone eager to expand your horizons, we invite you to be a part of this transformative event. Get ready to twist, turn, and reimagine the world around you. Welcome to TEDx StacyRoad Youth: where the Cognitive Kaleidoscope awaits.

Emerson High School
6300 Collin McKinney Pkwy
McKinney, Texas, 75070
United States

Elisa Kim

Elisa Kim is a junior at Emerson High School who began her tutoring journey in fifth grade, discovering early on the profound impact of education on young lives. Her passion for helping others inspired her to establish Books and Bears, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational resources to children, at the age of 16. Elisa’s work is a testament to the power of small acts of kindness and their ripple effect in creating meaningful change in communities. She continues to advocate for youth empowerment and literacy through her organization.

Victor Johnson

Victor has faced many adversities and challenges in his personal and professional life, from growing up in a single-family household, to living in a foreign country as an adolescent, to being a father of 3 by age 21, to to filing bankruptcy in his 30’s, to fighting through a handful of corporate shutdowns and job eliminations. Individually, any one of these challenges could take a person into deep depression or worse. Victor has overcome these adversities and more to become an Award-Winning Motivational Speaker, published author of Proven Pathways to Wealth & Happiness, successful business owner, Youth Advocate, and Business Coach. Victor serves on several nonprofit boards, all related to helping community members, youth, and underrepresented people level up in life. Learn more about how Victor serves the world by visiting www.BeTheVictor.us.

Yuktha Padamati

Yuktha is a junior at Emerson High School and will be talking about how a psychological phenomenon has an effect on people's mindsets.