Chicago, Illinois — Horizon Science Academy Cincinnati students showcased their exceptional talents and hard work at STEMCon 2025, earning multiple awards across Robotics, Math, and Science Fair competitions. Competing against top students from across the country, our scholars brought home an impressive collection of honors, highlighting the strength of HSA Cincinnati’s STEM programs.
Robotics VEX IQ Relay – 2nd Place Finish
Congratulations to the HSA Cincinnati Robotics Team for their outstanding performance in the
VEX IQ Relay, earning 2nd Place among tough competition:
● William King Bush
● Isaiah Calloway
● Myles Payne
● Enson Neeto
Math Olympics – Honorable Mention
Horizon’s mathematicians demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, receiving an Honorable
Mention:
● Charleston Salter
● Vayshaun Lewis
● Jordin Watson
STEM Presentation Appreciation Awards
For excellence in communication and innovative thinking during their STEM presentations, the
following students received special recognition:
● Kamarian Reliford
● Markco Penn
CONSEF Science and Engineering Fair Awards
Our young scientists made an incredible showing at the CONSEF Science and Engineering
Fair, earning top honors:
● Gold Medal:
○ Yarra Aulia
● Silver Medals:
○ Allena Williams
○ Emirous Kernall Jr.
○ Bri’Aysa Green
○ Aurora Castillo
● Bronze Medals:
○ Lamar Thomas Jr.
○ Charleston Salter
○ Natyah Reliford
○ Vayshaun Lewis
○ Skylar Heard
Principal Scott Gates praised the students, saying, “Our students' achievements at STEMCon
2025 are a reflection of their hard work, creativity, and determination. We are incredibly proud of
every scholar who participated and represented Horizon Science Academy Cincinnati with
excellence.”
HSA Cincinnati continues its commitment to fostering the next generation of innovators,
scientists, mathematicians, and engineers. We look forward to seeing even greater
accomplishments from our talented students in the future!