Beyond Good Grades : What Really Predicts Success? [Talkshow]

​Beyond Good Grades: What Really Predicts Success?

​Good grades matter. But are they enough?

​As parents, we often focus on academic performance because it feels like the clearest measure of whether our children are doing well. But as they grow, other questions become just as important:

​- Can they handle failure?
- Do they believe in themselves?
- Can they communicate and work with others?
- How do they respond to pressure?
- And what skills will actually help them succeed beyond school?

​Join us for an open and thought-provoking conversation exploring what really shapes a young person's success beyond academic results.

​We'll explore the role of mindset, confidence, resilience, communication, environment and personal development — and how these factors can influence the way young people learn, grow and navigate their future.

​The conversation will be led by Heerraa Ravindran and Mathura Kannan, Co-Founders of Ascendance, bringing together perspectives from education, entrepreneurship and their own experiences at Harvard University.

​🎙️ Speakers

​Heerraa Ravindran
- Co-Founder of Ascendance
- Award-winning Singer-Songwriter
- Voting Member, Recording Academy (GRAMMYs)
- Undergrad at Harvard University

​Mathura Kannan
- Co-Founder of Ascendance
- CEO of ET Ideas Group
- Author of Money Matter$
- Masters Student at Harvard University

​Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone interested in understanding what helps young people thrive, we'd love to have you join the conversation.

​Come with questions. Leave with a different perspective on what success can look like.