Annika is entering 10th grade at Skyline High School. She is passionate about fine arts and started learning Bharatanatyam when she was 7 years old under the tutelage of Smt. M. Subhashini Vijay Santhanam. Annika cares deeply about the environment and has been part of a non-profit organization called Sustainability Ambassadors since 6th grade. Through this organization, she has organized summits to empower youth to catalyze community sustainability. Her special item emphasizes the importance of protecting the environment. Annika has performed in several dance productions of From Within Academy and in temple celebrations. Annika is the Co-President of the Skyline High School Green Team, is a hard-working student, and loves to read books and play the guitar.