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At Just 13 Years Old, Ana Joyce do Carmo Gomes Was Approved in 10 Colleges and in a Public Competition in Porto Acre. Gifted Youngster Inspires Debates on Education in Brazil.
In 2022, Ana Joyce do Carmo Gomes, still just 11 years old, already impressed by representing Acre in a concert at the Teatro Amazonas, playing the saxophone in front of a packed audience. Two years later, in 2024, the young girl’s name made national headlines again: at 13 years old, she was approved in 10 colleges and also achieved first place in a public competition of the Porto Acre City Hall, getting only two questions wrong.
These achievements not only highlight an extraordinary talent but also raise reflections on the limits of Brazilian education and how the country deals with gifted young people.
Early Career: Military School, Program for Gifted Students, and Musical Talent
Ana studies at the Colégio Militar Estadual Tiradentes in Porto Acre and is also supported by the Center for Activities of High Abilities/Giftedness (NAAH/S), which recognized her exceptional aptitudes.
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In addition to excelling in entrance exams, she shines in music: she masters more than 10 instruments, such as violin, piano, and saxophone. In 2022, she even represented Acre in a concert at the Teatro Amazonas in Manaus, playing saxophone in the performance of “We Are the Champions” by Queen.
This multifaceted profile shows that Ana Joyce is not just a prodigy student — she is a young person with broad talent, capable of excelling in various fields.
The Competition in Porto Acre: Talent That Goes Beyond the Classroom
In the public competition held by the Porto Acre City Hall, Ana Joyce achieved first place in the ranking, getting only two questions wrong. The feat gained national attention and showed that her competence is not limited to the school environment, but also proves itself in official high-demand assessments.
Still, the teenager’s mother stated that she will not seek legal means to ensure immediate admission to universities. The decision to wait aims to preserve her daughter’s maturity and balance, even when faced with such extraordinary opportunities.
The 10 Approved Colleges: The Myth and the Reality
Although many outlets reported approval in 10 higher education institutions, the names and courses were not always disclosed. What is confirmed is that Ana Joyce passed the entrance exam for Music at the Federal University of Amazonas (UFAM), among other selection processes.
Many of these applications are treated by the family as exercises and preparation for her greater goal: medicine. Thus, more than just a list of diplomas, the approvals serve as training for the young girl to face the competitive selection of health courses in the future.
The Family Dilemma: Protecting or Accelerating the Future?
Despite all the recognition, the family decided to keep Ana Joyce in her regular school routine. For them, entering university early is not a priority. The most important thing is that she matures, enjoys her adolescence, and is emotionally prepared for the challenges of such a demanding education.
This choice opens up a critical debate: how to deal with gifted young people in Brazil? Should they be pressured to advance quickly or should their emotional and social pace be respected?
Education for Gifted Students: Challenges in Brazil
Ana Joyce’s case also exposes flaws in the Brazilian educational system. Although there are initiatives like the NAAH/S, there are still few structured programs, a lack of qualified teachers, and a scarcity of flexible curricula that allow gifted students to expand their potential.
Studies indicate that up to 5% of the Brazilian population has high abilities, but only a minority has access to adequate support. This results in a waste of talent and frustrations that could be avoided.
Ana Joyce, in this sense, emerges as a symbol: a concrete example of how the country needs to evolve to transform genius into real opportunities.
The Future of a Young Prodigy
If today, at 13 years old, Ana Joyce already accumulates approvals in colleges and competitions, what can we expect from the future? Her desire to be a doctor and researcher opens up possibilities that she could contribute to discoveries and advancements in the health field.
More than just numbers and diplomas, the lasting message is: talent exists, but it needs to be guided, stimulated, and protected. In Brazil, stories like hers are rare — but could be more common if there were public policies supporting gifted students.
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Muitas vidas, muitos mestres!
É muito complicado para crianças e adolescentes com alta habilidades. Meus filhos sofreram até mesmo.o com professores. Muitas vezes disseram que eles atrapalhavam os outros alunos. Chegou um ponto de dois deles não querer ir mais pra escola. Desistiram literalmente do ensino superior.
Vivi essa situação com vários dos meus filhos e filhas. Eu e minha esposa, oferecemos apoios de toda ordem. Hoje, são todos(as) vitoriosos(as).