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Kylin Blanck: A Dedicated Student-Athlete and Inspiring Team Leader
Kylin Blanck - Minnesota Nomination & Photography by Erinn Letts Photos Issue 106 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Kylin Blanck’s warm-hearted soul shines through her eyes the moment you meet her. As captain of both her soccer and basketball teams, Kylin has learned that leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice, but about bringing out the best in others. She encourages teammates through losses, celebrates their achievements, and makes sure everyone feels like the

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 174 min read


Grace Galan: An Inspiring Teen with a Passion for Pediatrics and Community Service
Grace Galan Nomination by Christina Galan Photography by Faith Photography Issue 106 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Grace Galan is an amazing daughter, sister and friend. She leads with a kind heart by volunteering and helping others in need. She enjoys volunteering with her school and National Charity League. Her hope is to continue to give back to her community as she wants to work in pediatrics. What other inspiring qualities, achievements, or experiences about

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 174 min read


Erin Sale: Inspiring Teen Dancer and Future Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Erin Sale – Illinois Nomination by Jessica Sale Photography by Now and Then Sisters Photography Issue 106 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Erin Sale is an extremely caring and driven person. She has worked hard to help others do and become their best in dance, color guard, and her high school’s Unified PE program. Erin loves teaching dance at her local dance studio and working with kids, something she hopes to do as a nurse practitioner in the future. What other insp

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 172 min read


Britton Stratton: Inspiring Teen Dancer, Sculptor, and Future Professional Performer
Britton Stratton – Texas Nomination & Photography by Angie Read Photography Issue 106 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Britton Stratton is truly inspiring because she is driven, exceptionally talented, and, most importantly, kind. Pursuing a career as a professional dancer is challenging, yet Britton has known what she wants and worked tirelessly toward that dream since childhood. She dedicates approximately 15 hours each week to dance while maintaining excellent grade

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 173 min read


Ava Bruns: Inspiring Future Nurse, Competitive Dancer, and Compassionate Caregiver
Ava Bruns – Kansas Nomination by Brandi Bruns Photography by Nicole Renee Photography Issue 106 of Teens Magazine Nomination: Ava Bruns always wanted to be a nurse. In 2025, her mother’s routine surgery turned into a 123-day ordeal after complications, including sepsis and an allergic transfusion reaction, nearly took her life. Ava became her mother’s primary caregiver, administering IV fluids and TPN nightly. This experience showed Ava the pain of illness and the impact of s

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 174 min read


Sadie Springhetti: Freedom 250 Art Winner, Teen Leader & Future Disney Artist
Sadie Springhetti – Virginia Nomination & Photography by Jamie Hinkle Photography Issue 106 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Sadie has a natural creativity and an ability to see and express things in her own unique way. Whether through art, design, or the ideas she brings to everyday life, she is imaginative, thoughtful, and unafraid to create something that feels authentically hers. Recently, that talent was recognized when she won the Freedom 250 Art Competition for

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 158 min read


Emmalie Whitbeck: Leading with Compassion & Dreaming of Pediatric Nursing
Emmalie Whitbeck – Alabama Nomination by Brittiny Whitbeck Photography by Maia Burchell Photography Issue 106 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Emmalie is a compassionate, driven junior with a heart for helping others. As a Medical Academy student, NHS member, and aspiring pediatric nurse, she hopes to make a difference in children’s lives. She demonstrates leadership through Girls with Glory, Junior Model Team, and serving as a School Ambassador, while also participati

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 1512 min read


McKinley White: Faith, Leadership & a Dream to Become a UT Majorette
McKinley White – Tennessee Nomination by Michelle White Photography by Rural Southern Photography Issue 106 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: McKinley is an exceptional teenager who doesn’t simply participate—she leads, organizes, finds solutions, and makes everything she touches better. She recently revived her school’s Teen Board induction ceremony, collaborating with peers to create a meaningful experience for young teens seeking belonging. She is a dancer, competiti

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 1512 min read


Cadence Hutcheson: Inspiring Teen Leader, Student Body President, and Future Occupational Therapist
Cadence Hutcheson – Texas Nomination by Paula Hutcheson Photography by CapturedbyHanna Issue 106 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Cadence is a senior who serves as Student Body President and leads with purpose, compassion, and genuine care for others. She has a heart for making a difference, whether she is encouraging her classmates, working with children at church, participating in worship, media, and outreach, or developing her leadership through JAM, NJHS, and the B

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 125 min read


Addy Evans: Inspiring Teen Leader, Soccer Captain & Future Dentist
Addy Evans – Texas Nomination by TJ Evans Photography by Daisy Jo Photography Issue 106 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Addy Evans is a senior at Liberty High School in Lubbock, Texas. She serves as Captain of the Varsity Soccer Team, President of Student Council, and HOSA Secretary, while also participating in Varsity Cheer. Addison and fellow classmates founded a Student Organ Donation Advocacy Chapter to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation. She i

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Oct 129 min read


Loralie Woodrick: A Heart for Children & a Future in Education
Loralie Woodrick – Michigan Nomination & Photography by Caryn Dodson Photography Issue 105 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Loralie Woodrick is the kind of person everyone loves to be around. She is genuinely kind and sweet, always has a smile on her face, and her laugh is absolutely infectious. She proudly cheers for her hometown football team and is an incredible role model for her younger siblings. Loralie plans to pursue a career in early childhood, and I have no d

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 213 min read


Lilly Boller: From Agriculture Leadership to a Future in Pediatric Nursing
Lilly Boller – Iowa Nomination by Mindy Boller Photography by Double H Photography Issue 105 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Lilly Boller is a hardworking and dedicated teen. She loves shopping, hanging out with friends, trying new things, and putting herself out there. She is very outgoing and loves meeting new people. Lilly knows how to light up a room with her smile and can always make people laugh. She is also someone who takes things seriously when she cares abou

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 213 min read


Hadley Wall: Leading with Confidence, Kindness & an Adventurous Spirit
Hadley Wall – Texas Nomination & Photography by LK Anderson Photography Issue 105 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Hadley Wall is a junior at Bridge City High School who embraces every opportunity to lead, grow, and make a difference in her school and community. She is an NCA All-American Varsity Cheerleader who was selected to attend Cheer Hawaii this summer and chosen as a team leader. She is also a state powerlifter, active in Student Council, Cardinals for Christ,

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 212 min read


Ayana Patel: Leading with Compassion Through Volleyball & Community Service
Ayana Patel – Arkansas Nomination by Hetal Patel Photography by @NICKARTOPIOS_PHOTOGRAPHY Issue 105 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Ayana Patel is a senior student-athlete whose leadership is defined by compassion, resilience, and service. A varsity volleyball captain and libero with a 4.2 weighted GPA, she has dedicated 500+ hours to volunteering while balancing academics, athletics, and employment. Ayana spent 238 hours at Camp Aldersgate mentoring children with spe

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 193 min read


Parker Dooley: Grit, Leadership & a Future in Health Sciences
Parker Dooley – Texas Nomination & Photography by Angie Read Photography Issue 105 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Parker is a senior at Grand Oaks High School in Spring, Texas. She plays center-back for her varsity soccer team, anchoring the defense with focus and leadership. Outside of school she is a certified lifeguard. She fully embraces the importance of her role and performs her duties with dedication and excellence. Beyond her athletic and professional commitm

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 177 min read


Emma Price: Growing Up Country & Leading the Future of Agriculture
Emma Price – Georgia Nomination by Brandi Abernathy Photography by Rachel Wood Photography Issue 105 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Emma Price, a high school senior from Georgia, is the perfect blend of sweet country class and edgy modern sass. Kind, thoughtful, and helpful, with a huge heart. She is equally at home dressed to the nines at a formal event as she is dust covered in the rodeo arena. She is active in her community and school, working two jobs, helping ar

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 146 min read


BaiYu Fisher: Breaking Barriers Through Dance, Courage & Advocacy
BaiYu Fisher - Iowa Nomination by Ami Yaro Photography by Megan Borg Issue 42 of Inspiring Teens Magazine January 21, 2021 Nomination: BaiYu was born in China with albinism and abandoned by her birth mother. She has difficulties with vision, yet she has become a great dancer and circus artist. She is a very positive and motivated person despite her difficult beginnings in life and her physical challenges. She has had the courage to come forward with even her toughest internal

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 144 min read


Emma Mike: From Robotics & Softball to a Future in Aerospace Engineering
Emma Mike - Minnesota Nomination & Photography by Erinn Letts Photos Issue 105 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Emma doesn’t simply step up to a challenge, she brings others along. Whether she’s teaching water safety, serving her community, cheering on her swim team, or fulfilling her role as captain of her robotics team, Emma shows up with kind and cheerful leadership that draws others in. Her commitment to helping others started early, earning the Jean Schreier Memor

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 127 min read


Vivien Pina: Leading with Faith, Compassion & a Dream of Nursing
Vivien Pina – Texas Nomination by Francine Pina Photography by Angie Del Orbe Photography Issue 105 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Vivien Carolina Pina is a senior at Cornerstone Christian School whose leadership and dedication have distinguished her in the classroom and in athletics. Guided by verse Proverbs 3:5-6, she strives to trust in the Lord and seek His direction in all aspects of her life. As an active member of the varsity cheer and track teams, Vivien demo

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 118 min read


Kenzie Parrish: From Competitive Gymnastics to a Future in Nursing
Kenzie Parrish – Ohio Nomination & Photography by Fischetti & Co. Photography Issue 105 of Inspiring Teens Magazine Nomination: Kenzie was such a fun client to work with. She is a very hardworking student and diligent athlete. Kenzie plans on becoming a nurse, and has already been working in the field for over a year. At this point she is training new people who are much older than her! Kenzie is from a kind, caring family and has all the tools to accomplish whatever she want

Inspiring Teens Magazine
Sep 117 min read
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