60 Examples of Detroit Genius: 11-20
Detroit youth possess genius. Their talent comes in all forms: academics, arts, sports, service to the community, and more.
To celebrate Detroit genius, we asked the community-at-large to let us know of young people who astonish and inspire.
Here, we highlight honorees 11 through 20.
Brenda Taylor Calhoun
Age: 16
Genius: Beauty Entrepreneur
Brenda created her own line of lip gloss, which she sells to help her family and community.
Brianna Brown
Age: 17
Genius: Excellent Equestrian
Brianna’s skills with horses has earned her a scholarship to Albion College and jobs at top equestrian organizations.
Camilla-Isabella Cantu
Age: 21
Genius: Ground-Breaking Musician
Camilla-Isabella co-founded Mariachi Feminil Detroit, the first all-women mariachi band in Michigan.
Camira Scott
Age: 12
Genius: Peace Maker
Camira is an honors student who serves as a dedicated volunteer with anti-bullying and unity organizations.
Christian Edwards
Age: 13
Genius: Multi-Genre Writer
Christian’s writing was featured in 826 National’s and Cartoon Network’s Include Someone, Make a Difference campaign.
Dalante Webb
Age: 8
Genius: Football Champion
A powerful running back, Dalante led his team to a division championship.
Damone Henderson
Age: 14
Genius: Dedicated Learner
Damone is renowned at Sampson-Webber Leadership Academy for his tenacity and resilience when it comes to his studies.
Deandrea White
Age: 19
Genius: Dedicated Community Servant
A student at Michigan State University, Deandrea provides tax prep assistance through the City of Detroit Department of Neighborhoods and the Detroit Land Bank Authority to promote homeownership.
Demacio Soto
Age: 24
Genius: International Artist & Musician
Demacio is a celebrated muralist and musician who performs internationally.
Hunter Bailey
Age: 8
Genius: Super Reader
Bates Academy student Hunter Bailey never puts down a book until it’s time to move on to the next. He also recites poetry from memory.
Check out the full list of Detroit Genius honorees and share this blog using #DetroitGenius.
The Skillman Foundation
The Skillman Foundation is a grantmaking organization established in 1960 by Rose Skillman. We have granted out more than $730 million and have served as a vocal advocate to strengthen K-12 education, afterschool programming, child-centered neighborhoods, youth and community leadership, and racial equity and justice.
We are in the process of developing a new strategic framework, co-designed with Detroit youth and their champions.
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