Madison Smith
Biography
Madison Smith is a recent graduate of Earl Haig Secondary School and is set to pursue an Honors Bachelor of Psychology at York University in Toronto, Ontario. With a deep curiosity about the human mind and a strong passion for understanding emotions and resilience, Madison has dedicated herself to helping others navigate the complexities of life.
Throughout her high school journey, Madison observed how her peers processed their experiences, and it inspired her to launch “The Stone Path Project Support Foundation”. This initiative aims to support high school students by providing guidance, fostering resilience, and cultivating a positive school experience. Madison sees this project as her calling, a way to contribute to the well-being of others by sharing what she has learned and experienced.
Madison is also an aspiring writer, with plans to publish under her pen name, Madison Stone. Her writing, often infused with elements of fantasy, sci-fi, and romance, reflects her love for imagining different worlds and exploring limitless possibilities. She has already created a short story focused on resilience, based on research and interviews conducted while working at her summer job for the Black Student Summer Leadership Program (BSSLP), a program that is part of TDSB and the Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement. This work highlights her commitment to exploring Afrocentric perspectives and contributing to a broader understanding of resilience.
Outside of her academic and writing pursuits, Madison enjoys gymnastics, a sport she taught herself before receiving formal training. She is also passionate about haircare, often styling her own hair as well as that of her family members. A self-described ambivert leaning towards extroversion, Madison values deep, one-on-one conversations and has a natural ability to understand and connect with others.
Looking ahead, Madison envisions a future where she continues to explore the depths of the human mind, possibly running her own center dedicated to student well-being. For Madison, the journey is about continuously learning, imagining new possibilities, and helping others realize that their reality is what they make it.