I hope this message finds you well and enjoying a joyful, restful summer. Dropping in to share updates and milestones that have brought both reflection and celebration over the past few months...
PERSONALLY, I'm thrilled to share that I’ve officially entered the dissertation phase of my doctoral program! My research will explore student perceptions of equity and inclusion in online learning, a topic close to my heart and deeply relevant to today’s educational landscape. I was also recently inducted into the historic and impactful organization, Jack and Jill of America, Inc. I look forward to serving and supporting other African-American families as we develop the next generation of leaders.
ALL ABOUT LITTLE MISS A
Big changes are on the horizon for our star-in-the-making! Little Miss A celebrated her 5th-grade promotion. From violin, chorus, morning announcements, and safety patrol, to cheer, dance, musical theater, and Girl Scouts, she had a jam-packed year. All while maintaining straight A’s! With elementary school officially behind us, she's heading to our county’s magnet arts middle school, where she’ll focus on theater. She’s also bridging from Junior to Cadette in Girl Scouts and has made the bittersweet decision to leave competitive cheer to pursue her love for performance dance. She was invited to join her dance school's performance company, and we couldn’t be prouder!
PROFESSIONALLY, I had the incredible honor of speaking at the National Mental Health First Aid Summit in Philadelphia this year, where I connected with so many passionate advocates for wellness and community healing. I was also certified as a Master Trainer for the Trevor Project's ALLY and CARE programs, providing essential tools for supporting LGBTQ+ youth during a time when compassion and allyship are more critical than ever. If you know a group or organization interested in my training services, click the testimonial below to learn more.
PASSIONATELY, our children’s book, Triple Threat, is now officially on sale! It's been a joy to see this story come to life and inspire young readers to embrace all of their gifts. You can catch our interview with the publisher here to hear more about our journey, and click the image below to buy your copy in paperback or hardcover now.
