Grade 9 students rose to the occasion in the Changemaker Challenge, where they identified pressing global and local issues—ranging from mental health and illegal substance access to Lithuania’s nuclear power and population decline. Students developed and presented innovative solutions, showcasing their research and problem-solving skills. Experts from the University of Evansville and Ball State University joined the event to offer live-streamed feedback, helping students refine their ideas and empowering the next generation of changemakers.





