Stress Free Teens at a Glance

Rohan Tirumala is a senior at Cupertino High School.  Rohan expresses an interest in science, research, and psychology. He used his keen interests to conduct a biological research project on a rare neurodegenerative disease and placed 1st in Synopsys Science Fair and qualified for the California Science & Engineering Fair (CSEF). Rohan is both a leader and a team player and is constantly searching for ways to elevate everything he is involved in a higher standard. He was recently appointed as President in the Tino Science Club at Cupertino High . He served as Clubs Commissioner officer in Associated Student Body(ASB). He founded Stress Free Teens in 2019 as a way to give back to his surrounding community to spread awareness on the mysteries behind stress & mental health. He strongly advocates for those that suffer from mental struggles such as depression and anxiety and his goal is to ensure that his fellow teens have a voice. 

In his free time, Rohan plays the piano and enjoys listening to music and spending time with friends. Rohan leads all the programs organized by Stress Free Teens

Ria Sethi is a senior at Cupertino High School. An avid student, she carries special interest in writing, math, psychology, and graphic design. Whether it be through robotics, yearbook journalism, speech & debate, tutoring, app development, or volunteering, Ria is always seeking new ways to learn, take on leadership opportunities, and make a positive impact in her community. She was initially drawn to Stress-Free Teens because of its goal to spread mental health education and resources and aims at being a supporting voice in the fight for mental wellness. 

In her free time, Ria enjoys making digital illustrations, watching TV, and baking delicious treats for her friends and family.

Rishi is a junior at Columbus High School, GA.  He has a strong passion for science and math.  He has been part of his school Science Olympiad team for 3 years and has won many medals as well as qualifying for the State Science Olympiad competition for two consecutive years. In addition to science, he is part of the school math team and has won many competitions including the Math Counts competition. He qualified for state in this nationwide competition as well. He has helped his school grow through the past few years in the Math and Science team by help bringing many titles to their name. Furthermore, he has taken up Academic Bowl and Wrestling this year showing that he can excel in more than academics. He won second place at the Southland tournament and has placed in many more matches. Moreover, he is an active participant in his school band and has helped them receive superior ratings in LGPE. In Rishi’s spare time, he enjoys watching and playing sports with his peers and family, and plays the piano to improve his musical skills day by day.

Anusha Bhat is a senior at Fremont High School. She is always looking to expand her leadership and communication skills and Stress-Free Teens was the perfect opportunity to do just that. She is involved in Mock Trial and EEY, but also has experience with speech & debate, robotics, and programming. Anusha displays her strong teamwork skills in sports such as water polo, soccer, and swimming. Anusha also actively works with others to make a difference in their lives; she coaches people with disabilities through various sports and also tutors elementary schoolers. She enjoys practicing the piano and going on walks with her family in her free time. 
Anusha is focused on positively influencing people’s lives and wants to bring awareness to mental health and the harsh realities of it.

Sonya Surapaneni is a senior at The Athenian School. Although she’s faced prejudice all her life, Sonya pushes her limits and serves as an ally for people who fight for change in the world. When she isn’t volunteering with kids with autism, learning and teaching American Sign Language, or interning with Service associations, she’s running her own non-profit organization - trying to do her part for society. Sonya expresses an interest in Psychology and Neuroscience, taking various relevant classes at prestigious institutions including Beyond The Five, Service Space, and Yale University, learning inspirational lessons along the way. To dive deeper into the human brain, Sonya has taken the job of peer counselor at Athenian to further explore human identities, and give back to her closest community. 
In her free time, Sonya blogs about teenage struggles - actively fighting discrimination that many citizens face in the country, including those in her own communities. In hope of making a larger change to society, Sonya joins Stress Free Teens hoping to make a difference to youth all over the world!