Ilana Vines is an 8th grade student at the Emery/Weiner School. She is an active member of her basketball team and the school community at large, and an experienced TEDxYouthDay participant. Ilana has previously presented on the importance of gratitude. Currently, she is focused on the importance of revisiting our educational models.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx