60 Examples of Detroit Genius: 21-30
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 21 through 30.
Devon Pettus
Age: 14
Genius: Football Star
A team player who is celebrated by his coach and fellow Detroit PAL teammates for putting in hard work on and off the field.
Dominic Porter
Age: 14
Genius: Award-Winning Artist
Dominic has won several awards for his art, including two honorable mentions, nine Gold Keys, and two Silver Keys in Regional and National Scholastic Art Awards.
Ed Brown
Age: 20
Genius: Squash Mentor
Ed has played with Racquet Up Detroit since fifth grade and now mentors younger players in the program, all while attending Albion College.
Elise & Avril Moore
Age: 17
Genius: Artists & Animators
These twins are celebrated artists and designers who have showcased their work around the city.
Gael Gomez
Age: 14
Genius: Prolific Puzzle Solver
Gael uses his intellect to solve logic puzzles, win chess championships, and fuel his drive to be an engineer.
Hailey Wadley
Age: 7
Genius: Cheer & Dance Champion
With the Metro Cheer and Dance All-Star Cheer Team, Hailey has competed and won at the local and national levels.
Isabelle Griffin
Age: 7
Genius: Superb Storyteller
Isabelle is a gifted storyteller who works hard to write captivating narratives.
Jaaden Hines
Age: 14
Genius: Master Videographer
Jaaden’s films inspire and uplifts his peers at Detroit Horse Power.
Jamya Kennedy
Age: 18
Genius: Volleyball Star
Jamya credits volleyball with helping her achieve academic accolades and obtaining several internships while in high school.
Kaleb Waterman
Age: 23
Genius: Music Producer
As a pianist and music producer, Kaleb is recognized nationally for his unique style and the Detroit flavor he brings to his music.
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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.