Theme: INSPIRING VOICES, TRANSFORMING THE FUTURE

TEDx Riverfield Country Day School is a student-led TEDxYouth event taking place on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the Smolen Family Theatre in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Organized by 4th and 5th grade students, the event embodies the theme "Inspiring Voices, Transforming the Future," showcasing young speakers who will share their ideas and passions with the community.

The students have taken on various roles, forming committees responsible for speaker selection, public relations, finance, and logistics, ensuring a comprehensive and authentic TEDx experience. Attendees can choose between in-person tickets for the Black Box Theatre or access to a live stream room, both including lunch and refreshments.

This independently organized TEDx event operates under a license from TED. For more information, including tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit the official website: https://tedxriverfieldcountrydayschool.com.

Riverfield Country Day School
2433 West 61st Street South
Tulsa, Oklahoma, 74132
United States

Carver Shaw

4th Grade Student

Carver Shaw is the son of Clint and Abigail Shaw. He is a 4th grader at Riverfield Country Day School, and has attended Riverfield since he was two years old. He is the proud owner of one dog, one cat, and 22 fish. In his spare time, Carver enjoys building terrariums, fishing at his grandma’s, swinging on his swing set, and playing basketball. For this year’s TEDx event, Carver is speaking about hunting for fossils and artifacts in the Arkansas River and the benefits of a life spent outdoors. He is excited to share his experiences and encourage others to explore the natural world.

Elliot Tait

4th Grade Student

Elliot Tait is the daughter of Amber, a teacher, and Nicholas Tait, a lawyer, and is the sister of McKinley. A 4th grade student at Riverfield Country Day School, Elliot has been passionate about art and creative writing from her earliest days. She also enjoys playing basketball, gaming, her two dogs, and entertaining the fantasy of having her own cat. For this year’s TEDX event, Elliot is presenting a message about the power of art. Specifically, she will discuss how art has incited her own passion and the potential for art to inspire others.

Evie Dorsey

5th Grade Student

Evie Dorsey is the daughter of Kip and Amy Dorsey of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Evie is a fifth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In her free time, she enjoys basketball, playing the drums, and loves hanging out with her peeps and her pups! For this year’s TEDx event, Evie is speaking about the household dog and how they can help improve mental health, decrease loneliness, and develop social skills. She is excited to share her stories from local shelters, businesses, hospitals, and schools who have therapy dogs, and inspire others to get involved in the community. Enjoy the TEDx talk, but please no PAWpperazzi. ;)

Henry Sullivan

4th Grade Student

Henry Sullivan is the son of Shane and Lindy Sullivan of Jenks, Oklahoma. Henry Sullivan is a fourth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In his free time, he enjoys reading, Lego, playing with his dog, and playing video games. For this year’s TEDx event, Henry Sullivan is speaking about Lego, exploring the ways they could be incorporated into the classroom. He is excited to share his ideas and inspire others through his presentation.

Jacob Hedrick

5th Grade Student

Jacob Hedrick is the son of Jay and Jennifer Hedrick of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Jacob is a fifth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In his free time, he enjoys playing football, soccer and video games.

Krishna Lolla

5th Grade Student

Krishna Lolla is the eldest son of Venu Lolla and Smitha Etlapur. Krishna is a fifth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In his free time, he likes to play cricket and chess and loves playing with his little brother. For this year's TEDx event, Krishna is speaking about the power of practice, exploring how it works, and sharing personal stories of how it has changed his life. He is enthusiastic about speaking to the audience to share his ideas and stories about practice.

Kristin Reynolds

5th Grade Student

Kristin Reynolds is the daughter of Kris and Jessica Reynolds of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Kristin is a fifth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In her free time, she enjoys art, soccer, and creating videos. For this year’s TEDx event, Kristin is speaking about making dreams a reality, exploring creativity and young minds. She is excited to share her ideas and inspire others through her presentation.

Lily Krefft

5th Grade Student

Lily Krefft, daughter of Carlos and Jill Krefft, is a fifth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She has a love for creativity and enjoys expressing herself through drawing, baking, writing, ice skating, sewing, playing piano, basketball, crocheting, and cooking. She also participates in Academic Bowl and never turns down the chance to enjoy a delicious mango. At this year’s TEDx event, Lily will be sharing her thoughts on art and how it can be found in everything we do. She is excited to inspire others to see the world through a more creative lens.

Logan McGillen

5th Grade Student

Logan McGillen is the son of Thomas and Melissa McGillen of Owasso, Oklahoma. Logan is a fifth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In his free time, Logan enjoys Taekwondo, soccer, basketball, Lego, and playing video games. For this year’s TEDx event, Logan is speaking about Taekwondo and exploring how success comes in unusual ways. Logan is excited to be sharing his experiences to inspire others throughout his speech.

Nathan Holloman

5th Grade Student

Nathan Holloman is the son of Lauren and Jon Holloman of Jenks, Oklahoma. Nate is a fifth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In his free time, Nate enjoys playing all sports, especially hockey. He is the goalie for the Tulsa Junior Oilers 12U hockey team. He is passionate about helping homeless animals and frequently donates his birthday money to Animal Aid of Tulsa.

Nessa Swartz

4th Grade Student

Nessa is the daughter of Chuck & Diana Swartz of Jenks, Oklahoma. She is a fourth grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In her free time, she enjoys playing basketball, walking her grandma’s dogs, and eating food.

Sarah Martin

4th Grade Student

Sarah Martin is the daughter of Matthew and Rachael Martin of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Sarah is a fourth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In Sarah’s free time, she enjoys crafting, drawing, playing soccer and spending time with friends. For this year’s TEDx event, Sarah is speaking about the power of kindness, exploring ways in which small acts of kindness can turn one’s day around. Sarah is excited to share her ideas and inspire others through her presentation.

Scout McKay

5th Grade Student

Scout McKay is the daughter of Brett and Kate McKay of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Scout is a fifth-grade student at Riverfield Country Day School. In her free time, she enjoys baking, playing basketball and tennis, and watching Gilmore Girls. For this year’s TEDx event, Scout is speaking about passion and how it can enrich people's lives.