Special Olympics Victory Dance

One of the events I've looked forward to for several months  is the Special Olympics. Finally, this past Saturday I was able to volunteer at the Victory dance. I met so many precious people and gracious athletes! Loved dancing with the athletes and getting to sign autograph cards for them as well. 

 joy and happiness that something as simple as a signed photo can bring is so amazing. 

Spending time getting to know the athletes was by far the best part of the night for me. There are some truly inspiring people who attended this event. 

Thank you to Duc for inviting me to this event! As well as all the other MT volunteers and directors there to watch over us! 

Below is a photo that my new friend Tank sent me on Facebook From the event:)

Colonial Pro-Ams

I loved attending and volunteering at the Colonial Country Club for its annual golf Pro-Ams. I participated in this event last year as well, and I'll definitely be back next year! The funds raised for Children's Miracle Network at this event are OUT OF THIS WORLD! So glad to have been a part of it, big thanks to Dan, Shelli, and Faith Bates for helping me get involved! 

The title holders helped run the 'game' that the amateur golf teams played to determine their professional golfer, and provided greeting and hospitality services as well. Miss North Texas Teen and I ran the check in table, and handed out team assignment sheets as well.

Hughston Elementary School

I was very blessed to speak at Hughston Elementary School's fifth grade class this past week about the transition to Middle School and the importance of extra-curricular activities! My Platform is 'The Extra-Curricular Edge', so it was very significant to me to be able to speak on it. The kids were very receptive, and asked a lot of questions (related and unrelated to the topics I was speaking on). But it was an absolute joy to speak to them. 

I went to Hughston Elementary School Kindergarten through fifth grade.  This appearance is so personally meaningful to me because of that! I got to connect with old teachers and faculty, and I really hope I can continue speaking engagements there... In those familiar halls. 

Quick plug for the PISD School District: I feel beyond prepared for college academics. Also, the ability to participate in multiple fine arts classes and clubs has helped train me for the field of study I wish to go into. This is a wonderful community of schools that really does encourage excellence!

DSM Award Show

I was so honored to be able to perform at the Dallas Summer Musical High School Musical Theatre Awards this past Tuesday both in the opening number and in an ensemble number with the ensemble of Curtains. While I didn't win Best Supporting Actress, my fellow cast mate won Best Actor, and we also took home Best Tech and BEST SHOW!! What a great experience... I love my cast:)