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Milo Golding Named Doodle for Google Kentucky Winner

We are so thankful and appreciative of the support for Milo! Here is a list of current interviews and media stories:

Positively LEX 18: Lexington teen a finalist for Doodle for Google Competition

The Breakdown on WKYT | Sam Dick Interviews Milo Golding

The Lane Report: Lexington student Milo Golding has Kentucky's top Doodle for Google; will compete nationally

WLKY: Kentucky student needs your vote to win Google Doodle competition

WBKO: Vote for Kentucky's winner in 'Doodle for Google' contest

WUKY: Lexington High School Student Represents KY in Google Doodle Contest

WKYT: Home & About with DeAnn Stephens


Teacher Quotes about Milo: 

"Not only is Milo a great student and leader in the classroom, he’s an outstanding human being. His Doodle for Google submission demonstrates his character – he encourages, lifts up, and helps his peers and is always learning how to better serve those around him. We’re so proud of the way he is using his gifts to inspire others!" - Haley Russell, LCA High School English Teacher

 

 

 

 

 

"Milo has such a kind and considerate heart. If you spend any time at all with him it is easy to see the love and concern he has, not just for friends and family, but for all people. He's just somebody you want to be around because of his positive attitude, he always brightens your day." Matt Cross, LCA High School Chemistry Teacher

 

 

 

 

 

"I’ve worked with Milo in the classroom, where he certainly excels, but my best memories of him are serving with him on the streets of Lexington and Atlanta on mission trips and service projects. Milo has an ability to make people feel loved and special, wherever he goes. His kindness and generosity make a difference in the world, and I’m proud to know him!" Kenna Jasper, LCA High School Biology Teacher

 

 

LCA junior Milo Golding received a surprise visit at his family’s home this past Saturday from Google’s “Doodle for Google” team informing him that his doodle had been selected as the winning submission for Kentucky. Golding’s entry was one of thousands received by Google from across the country and U.S. territories. Milo will represent Kentucky in the final stages of the competition.

Doodle for Google is an annual art contest open to students in grades K-12 across the nation. Students were invited to submit their artistic interpretation of this year’s theme, “I am strong, because...” for the chance to have it featured on Google.com, as well as the winning students receiving scholarships along with tech packages for their schools.

In describing his doodle, Milo stated, "I am strong because I have hope. I once asked my father how he overcame obstacles and became who he wanted to be. Hope, hope keeps me strong. After I unexpectedly lost him at 13 due to a heart attack, it helped me overcome grief and support other children who lost loved ones."

“It was truly a surprise, and I am extremely happy to represent the state of Kentucky,” Golding said after receiving the news. “This opportunity is one that I am very grateful for. This year’s Doodle for Google theme ‘I am strong because...’ was very impactful and resonated with my own life story. All I can ask for now is for your help and support. Please vote for me!”

Milo's submission that was named the Kentucky Doodle for Google State Winner

 

In the next stage of the competition, Google will invite the public to vote for their favorite Doodle from the 54 State and Territory Winners, in order to help determine the five National Finalists. Voting will be open from May 10th to 14th on the Doodle for Google website: www.doodle4google.com. Visit this site to help Milo advance to the National competition. Voting will go live at 12:01am on Monday, May 10, and run through Friday, May 14.

“This is such a tremendous honor for Milo, his family, fellow students, and teachers,” said LCA Head of School, Dr. Scott Wells. “Milo is an exceptionally talented, humble, and truly special young man. We are so very proud of him.”

“Milo is one of those incredibly special young people who make your life richer for the experience of just having known them,” said high school principal Dr. Cassondra Koett. “He is an inspiration to his peers and teachers, and we are blessed to share in his amazing accomplishment.”

One National Winner’s artwork will be displayed on Google.com for one day. He or she will also receive:

A $30,000 college scholarship

A $50,000 technology package for their school/non-profit organization

Google hardware

Fun Googley swag

The four National Finalists, who do not become the National Winner, will have their doodles featured on the Doodle for Google gallery. Each National Finalist will receive:

A $5,000 college scholarship

Google hardware

Fun Googley swag

2021 Doodle for Google Judges: https://doodles.google.com/d4g/judges/