Ava N. Simmons, a young entrepreneur and founder of Team Genius Squad, plans to introduce a series of alternative energy experiment kits. Whole Foods Market According to the store, press release. The toy brand focuses on American-made science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) toys and funnels its profits back into its funding community. stem Support activities and support Ava's academic journey.
Diagnosed with dyslexia in 2021, Eva embraces her learning differences as a unique strength. Now 11 years old, she began her STEM entrepreneurial journey at age 7 with the support of her family, including her 75-year-old grandmother Mary Lee Foy, who serves as her senior advisor. started. Her parents Terrence and Tita Simmons said, “We are so proud of Eva for using her own learning journey to encourage others.” he said.
“It feels like a dream come true to see the STEM toys I developed in stores. We are collaborating with Whole Foods Market to make our STEM toys available to more families across the country. I'm excited about that,” Eva said. “I used her STEM to build confidence and overcome learning challenges, and I want to inspire other kids to believe in themselves and focus on their unique strengths. ”
Throughout the year, Eva travels with her “team” at Loutre (North Carolina's PBS Kids Channel), Boys and Girls Clubs of Durham and Orange Counties, the Museum of Life Sciences in Durham, North Carolina, and the Marble Museum in Raleigh, North Carolina. , offers a curriculum of purposeful play. Team Genius Squad continues to inspire learning and exploration and positively impact children from all walks of life.
Cover photo: Ava N. Simmons, creator of Team Genius Squad / Credit: Team Genius Squad
