Past TEDx event
TEDxUnion Christian Public School Youth
Unbox'd 2.0
Speakers
Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.
Andrew Jones A
Student
Andrew Jones is a Grade X student with diverse interests in technology, sports, music, art, and creative expression. A national karate champion and active athlete, he is also passionate about football and cricket. Beyond sports, he is a public speaker, music artist, author, artist, and programmer. His interest in technology has led him to develop games and applications, participate in hackathons and competitions, and earn recognition for his projects.
Elena Cadence
Student
Elena Cadence of Grade IX is a nature enthusiast with a keen fascination for space, particularly satellite launches and rockets. A member of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), she also excels academically, in sports and cultural activities, earning numerous medals. Her multi-talented personality is accompanied by a strong sense of empathy, while her affection for nature drives her to engage in conversations about nature and its beauty.
Esther Aradhana
Student
Esther is a curious and passionate Grade XII student who finds inspiration in music, words, and experiences. An avid singer and lover of music, she sees music as a powerful form of expression and a way to communicate emotions that words sometimes cannot. She is also an enthusiastic writer who finds something worth writing about almost everywhere, from everyday moments and personal experiences to ideas and observations that shape the way we see the world. With a deep love for travelling and exploring, she is constantly looking for new ideas, inspiration and adventure.
Florence D
Teacher
Ms. Florence Devanesan is a Computer Science Engineer with professional experience in the software industry. She holds a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) and serves as a Mathematics Teacher and Academic Coordinator for the Primary division. Passionate about children and their holistic development, she helps young learners build strong foundations in numeracy and logical thinking and uses effective teaching strategies to support children in their learning. She has also served as a Sunday School Teacher, VBS Director and Youth Counsellor.
K Rishon Paul
Student
Rishon Paul is a Grade IX student with a deep interest in history, culture, and sports. A basketball player and an enthusiastic writer, he enjoys exploring different forms of creativity and expressing his ideas through writing and public speaking. His curiosity about history, particularly ancient civilizations and Greek culture, has encouraged him to look beyond individual societies and understand how ideas travel, evolve, and influence one another.
Rebecca George
Teacher
Ms. Rebecca George is an English teacher with ten years of teaching experience. She believes learning should go beyond textbooks and encourages her students to observe, experience, question and try, because real experiences often make lessons stay with us. She believes in the potential of today’s children and sees herself as a learner alongside her students, inspired by their wisdom and fresh perspectives. She cares deeply about values that are slowly being lost and strives to remind her students to be humane, responsible, humble and considerate of the world they share.
Ryan George Mathew
Student
Ryan George Mathew is a Grade XII student, an avid reader and a passionate calligrapher who enjoys expressing himself through words, creativity and the arts. His interests include writing, public speaking, photography and exploring new experiences. As a School House Captain and a member of the editorial team, he has discovered the value of leadership and teamwork. He was also part of the team that started Vox Populi, the school’s radio initiative, where he discovered his voice as a radio jockey. He secured the second-highest marks in the school in the Grade X Board examinations.
S Lallith
Student
S Lallith is a curious and driven Grade XII student with a keen eye for innovation and ideas that create impact. Currently serving as the Environmental Leader in the school's student council, he is deeply passionate about sustainability and believes that small, consistent actions can shape a better future. An enthusiastic speaker and a firm believer in the power of voice, he loves to explore new perspectives and turn them into meaningful conversations. With a strong interest in innovation and problem-solving, he enjoys finding creative solutions to real-world challenges.
S Reshmi Angel
Student
S Reshmi Angel is a passionate Grade XII student with a deep interest in Science and research. She loves learning more about human behaviour and psychology. She enjoys journaling and quilling in her free time.
T Mohammed Arshan
Student
Arshan is a Grade XII student with a keen interest in technology and public speaking. An enthusiastic debater and speaker, he believes ideas can challenge perspectives and inspire meaningful change. As Cultural Secretary of the Student Council, he has helped lead and organise cultural initiatives, including Magnum Opus, the school’s inter-school cultural fest. A former Editor-in-Chief of the editorial team, Arshan has a strong passion for writing, storytelling, and communicating ideas. His interests include artificial intelligence, data science, computers, graphic design, editing, and public speaking. A school topper in Grade X, an Olympiad winner, and an inter-school debate winner, he constantly seeks opportunities to learn beyond the classroom.
