Typically a soft-spoken and shy student, she rose above the noise of a crowded, echoing gym to deliver her project with clarity, composure, and a clear command of her subject. It was such a joy to watch her step into her voice and share her passion with pride.

Failure is a natural part of the learning process. It's about picking yourself up, adapting, and completing what you set out to do.

Today is the first day of Middle School for many of the kids that I’ve taught coding to and have been an Odyssey of the Mind coach to,...