Class of 2025

  • Allen

    With coding, I could work for a business like Cash app, Microsoft, or even Paypal. The main reason I want to learn to code is because of all opportunities that come with it, mainly the impactful jobs I could get and the money I could make.

  • Antonio

    I want to utilize code when I graduate in a way that makes life easier and accessible for people who aren't familiar with computers or don't know how to use them. I also want to utilize programming to create enjoyable and valuable things for users.

  • Daysia

    When I graduate, I want to use my programming skills to make apps for myself and my community. I would also like to get my dream job as an FBI Forensic Analyst.

  • Deona

    Once I graduate, I would like to use my programming skills to develop innovative solutions for businesses and create video games that kids can enjoy. I want to use programming skills to help create new technologies and solutions that can help the world.

  • Devin

    I want to use programming skills to create modifications of my favorite games. I would also like to develop innovative app solutions to impact those around me.

  • JaQuan

    I want to become a software developer because I like engineering, and it is an excellent opportunity. The impact I want to have on the world is getting people off the streets and out of poverty and homelessness. I like to run track and be a manager for my school sports team, and I also like engineering. I have accomplished Academic excellence in the Georgia milestones, math student of the month in geometry. In athletics, I have an award for swimming and best distance runner.

  • Jaylyn

    I want to be a software developer because it seems interesting. I love taking things apart and seeing what makes them work! Also I like designing things and making things. I am a creative person, and some hobbies I have are art, reading, and making music. I am an honor roll/principal list student with an award in band.

  • Josiah

    When I graduate, I want to use my programming skills for game development. I know that game development involves a lot of programming and coding knowledge to make the characters do what they're supposed to do. Taking Empowr while in high school will accelerate my path as a game developer.

  • Khalif


    In the future, I would like to take my programming skills and work for any company such as Microsoft, Apple, Capital One, etc. I would also like to help people learn how to code

  • Lauryn

    I want to be a software developer because I want to have and start my own company. I want to have a significant impact on the world. I love drawing, and I won the Hear Our Voices Competition in the 7th grade for poetry.

  • Lee

    I want to be a software engineer because I want to have a stable job that I would enjoy doing. I like playing sports such as football, track, and bowling. I also enjoy playing video games such as Madden, Marvel Avengers, and Naruto games.

  • Nelrya

    I want to construct an app that would help people struggling to assemble their shoes, clothing, and accessories into a fantastic outfit that would provide them with a selection of looks and fashion styles.

  • Neo

    When I graduate, I plan to use my programming skills to make websites and apps to help my community with issues I lacked support for, such as mental health. I want to use every skill I have learned to help people like me with similar problems.