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Isabella Soto

8/21/2019

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Isabella Soto - California
Interview by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination by Alicia Soto
Photography by Holly Ireland Photography
Issue 25 of Inspiring Teens Magazine
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The Nomination: Isabella Soto is a smart, charismatic, very hardworking girl. She not only believes in herself but believes in others too. She has been dancing competitively for 4 years now and modeling for almost a year. She has a strong passion for both dance and modeling. These are outlets for her, a way for her to release whatever she is feeling at that moment. She sets goals for herself and works hard to achieve them, no matter what it takes. She is a good student and maintains excellent grades even with a hectic dance and modeling schedule. I am very proud of the strong and independent woman she is becoming. 
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Tell us about your life being a dancer. 
It started out as a hobby when I was 7. I took one Jazz class and fell in love. The following year I added Hip Hop and then my 3rd year decided I wanted to try out for the competition team and made it. Since then I have never looked back. It is a huge passion of mine. I love getting on stage and performing. I have been dancing for 6 years now and have competed 4 of those. I train in Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Pointe, ACRO and Contemporary. Contemporary being my favorite.

What is it like being a model?
It's very rewarding and a lot of fun. I have met so many beautiful and talented models/dancers from modeling. It does require hard work and dedication. Some photo shoots are early morning and can last hours, some are shorter. It just depends on what the goal of the photographer is. Photographers also love for you to come prepared, meaning ready to start shooting by having your dance poses in mind prior. 
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If you were not a dancer or a model, what would you be doing?
A photographer 

​When you create goals for yourself, what are some ways you achieve them? 
I write them down to start. Having them visible on paper helps me to stay focused. I then figure out what it takes to reach that goal. After I have all this written down, I start working towards it and I don’t stop until I have succeeded. 
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What is the hardest thing you’ve every accomplished, and how did you do it?
The hardest thing I ever accomplished was my first dance Solo. I have been on stage many times before, but it was with my teammates. Having to get on stage by self was terrifying but with the love, support and encouragement of my mom, teacher, sweet friend and teammate, I was able to walk out with confidence and perform. 

What advice would you give to someone who wants to be where you are today?
The best advice I give is the same advice my mom gave me and that is always believe in yourself and stay true to who you are. Work hard, be honest, be kind and never give up on your dreams. 

How do you keep yourself organized with everything you have on your plate?
Another trait I have learned from my mom is our daily schedule that we stick to like glue. We have learned straying from it is not a good thing. Our schedule is a little more relaxed during my off season from competition, 
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In school, what is your favorite subject and why?
Language Arts because I love reading, writing and grammar.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years/what are your plans for the future?
I see myself continuing to model and acting
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What is your favorite activity or pastime that wasn’t in your nomination?
Going to the trampoline park

3 Things on your bucket list – Go to Australia, Meet Misty Copeland, and skydiving

Who do you find inspiring?
Misty Copeland because despite the struggles she faced when she was young, she pushed through, worked hard and never gave up on her dreams. 

What about you inspires others/why do you think you are inspiring?
I would say my hard work, dedication, support of others and being kind.


Isabella will be featured in Issue 25 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Alexandria Esquibel

8/17/2019

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Alexandria Esquibel - Texas
Interview by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination by Jennifer Gonzalez
Photography by J&A Infinity Photography
Issue 25 of Inspiring Teens Magazine
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The Nomination: Alexandria Esquibel is an inspiring teen in many ways. She is a big sister and role model to her four little siblings, an awesome student, an amazing dancer, and beyond focused in everything she sets goals for. Alexandria is a Lieutenant in the Varsity Dance Team at Brandeis High School. She not only is a part of this special team, but she is also a member of the Ballet Company at Brandeis High School as well. She inspires her dancers to strive to be their best and to always have a positive attitude. I couldn’t be prouder of my inspiring teen and all her hard work she has accomplished at the age of seventeen. ​
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​Tell us about your dance history. How long have you been dancing? 
I started dancing at four years old. I was inspired by the movie, “Shall We Dance” which is based on Ballroom dances. I self-taught all the dance routines throughout the movie. It wasn’t until 4th grade that I joined Arthur Murray Dance studio which was solely Ballroom dance. I loved it but unfortunately couldn’t continue because my Mom had to start working on Saturdays, which was when the classes were. I then joined Chrissy’s Dance Academy in sixth grade and stayed with this company until sophomore year of high school which was when I made the Dance Team at Brandeis. 

What is your favorite style of dance and why?
My favorite dance style is Hip Hop because it is the style that I show most of my personality and facials in. While dancing hip hop, I can show off my girly sassy side and my ‘don’t mess with me’ side which my teammates would call it “The Eyebrow”. It is when I raise my right eyebrow with a piercing stare. My personality shines during my hip hop routines. 
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​What is it like being a part of the Brandeis spirit organization?
Being a part of Brandeis Spirit Organization is like being at a big family reunion, except it’s every day for me. Any school event, pep rally, football game, or any sport game is when all of Spirit comes together. We all have a role and play a part to keep our organization a welcoming and respectful environment. Being a part of the organization has shaped me into being the person I am today. In the Spirit Organization there are a lot of rules to follow. We have our rules, because we’ve been taught that we are we are not only representing ourselves but also, we are the representation of Brandeis high school. 
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​What is so special about your family? Tell us about them and why they mean so much to you!
My family is special because they are my number one fans. There is not one game, performance, and/or event I could think of that none of them were there to support me. Every time I look into the audience and see my mom, stepdad, dad, grandma, and all my siblings faces, my heart warms up. I know I’m very grateful to have a family that understands and motivates me to be better. Not everyone has that, and I wish they did. My family is my life. I am aware that I wouldn’t be who I am today or where I am today if it wasn’t for them. I am proud to be a part of my crazy fun loud family. 


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If you were not dancing, what do you think you would be doing and why?
If I hadn’t pursued dancing. I would probably would have pursued sports. During my dancing life, I was also a volleyball player for the YMCA. I was a part of this sports organization for three seasons. I didn’t continue playing because unfortunately when I tried out for my middle school team, I ended up not making it and was slightly discouraged. I did enjoy volleyball and now play any chance I get.


Alexandria will be featured in Issue 25 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!
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Audrey Mayfield

7/29/2019

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Audrey Mayfield - Texas
Interview by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination and Photography by Natalie Roberson Photography
Issue 24 of Inspiring Teens Magazine
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​The Nomination: Audrey has been dancing since she was 2.5 years old and loves it. She is in the studio about 18 hours a week while going to school full time and keeping her grades up
this summer. She’s attending Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet 5-week summer intensive.
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​What type of dance style is your favorite and why? 
Ballet, because I like how I can really express myself in a technical way, every time I do ballet it brings joy to me that nothing else does

How do you balance your dance life with your personal and social life?
I balance my dance life with personal and social life by not being homeschooled, having dance and school friends, and not letting my life be all dance because school matters too.

When it comes to school, what is your favorite subject(s) and why?
My favorite subject in school is science, because it is a very hands on subject where you get to do lots of fun and exciting experiments.

Tell us about your experience with Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet company.
My experience at CPYB has been amazing. It has been by far the best summer program I've ever done!

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​If you were not involved with dance, what do you think you would be doing and why?
If I were not doing dance I would probably be doing gymnastics, because I used to do gymnastics and dance. But I decided that I liked dance more.

What advice would you give to someone who wants to be where you are today?
Never give up on what you are doing. Always give everything 150%

Where do you see yourself in 5 years/what are your plans for the future?
In five years I see myself still dancing. Dancing is what I love to do! My plans for the future are to keep pursuing dance as a hobby and become an architect.

What about you inspires others/why do you think you are inspiring?
I think what about me that inspires others is my mindset to keep pushing and to never give up. 
 
Who do you find inspiring?
Who I find inspiring is Ava Arbuckle.
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How do you keep yourself organized with everything you have on your plate?
By keeping an agenda and staying on top of everything I do.

What is your favorite activity or pastime that wasn’t in your nomination?
My favorite hobby besides dance is crafting.

Do you have a hidden talent? What is it?
My hidden talent is inventing new things 

Who do you find inspiring?
Who I find inspiring is Ava Arbuckle.

Pizza or Tacos? Soda or Water? Cats or Dogs?
Pizza, Water, Dogs

3 Things on your bucket list
1. Win a YAGP title 2. Go skydiving 3. Be Clara in Nutcracker 

Anything else you’d like to tell us?
I’d like to say to keep trying even if it gets hard you can do it!


Audrey will be featured in Issue 24 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Gabriella Morando

7/27/2019

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Gabriella Morando - Ohio
Interview by Claire Path
Nomination by Elisabeth Morando
Photography by David Beckham Photography
Issue 24 of Inspiring Teens Magazine
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​The Nomination: Gabi is inspiring because she is incredibly dedicated to and passionate about the things that are important to her. She has studied classical ballet for 12 years and devotes up to 20 hours per week to dance, striving for excellence and perfection despite exhaustion and pain from injuries. Ballet has taught her the necessity of practicing something over and over again in order to achieve every bit of progress, something that requires so much patience and focus. She applies the same qualities to metal sculpting and jewelry-making, for which she has won statewide awards. Gabi is an honors student with a 4.4 GPA and a flexible school schedule so she can work to advance her community service projects, too, like her volunteer work for the Ronald McDonald House and human trafficking charities like her own initiative, Prevent-Prepare-Stay Aware, and she has reached thousands of elementary students with her anti-bullying pro-kindness message. Gabi is currently Miss Ohio High School. 
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​How has your passion for classical ballet impacted your daily life, and what do you love most about dancing?
Ballet touches everything I do because studying this art has had such a huge impact on who I am. Classical ballet has taught me discipline, patience, appreciation for my mind and body, and it has given me a strong work ethic. Ballet is so focused on perfecting the smallest of moves that it has taught me the necessity of practicing something again and again in order to make incremental improvements. I understand nutrition and injury prevention and care because of ballet, and I have learned to love classical music and the beautiful stories that dancers tell without words. 
My favorite thing, though, is performing. So many hours go into preparing for just a few minutes on stage, but the feeling I get from performing is like none other, and it’s always worth it.

When did you first start pageantry, and what is one of your favorite experiences from it?
I started pageants at age 9. Since then, pageantry has truly been the most amazing journey, and I’m so thankful to be able to do it. One of the best things about it is being able speak with kids and hear their experiences. Just last winter, I made one little girl’s dearest Christmas wish come true. My first ballet teacher told me about a young student dreaming of being a pageant princess with a beautiful dress and crown, but her family couldn’t do that for her. I was blessed to be able to surprise her with a perfect ballgown and tiara, and we had a photo shoot to commemorate the day. It was something I’ll never forget. 

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​​Where do you see yourself in 5 years/what are your plans for the future?
My dream and my goal is that in 5 years I will be dancing professionally in a classical ballet company, and I will be serving on the board of a significant anti-human trafficking non-profit, helping make changes in legislation and social programs to help victims. And I will be Miss Universe!

​What do you love most about volunteering to help others in need?
Volunteering is something I have grown up doing. I still remember visiting and helping to serve meals with my mom at homeless shelters when I was only 4 years old. I love being able to serve other people, and the feeling I get from doing that is so magical. I feel blessed that I have had role models in my life who have taught me the importance of giving back and helping others who are not as fortunate.

How has your involvement in your community impacted who you are and what you stand up for?
Community service has given me a certain perspective on life that I don’t think I would have if I only looked to my own needs. Seeing what other people go through makes me appreciate what I have so much more, and it reminds me to take nothing for granted. Helping others has done so much good for me, and I’m so grateful to all the organizations I’ve worked with for giving me a chance to make a difference. 

What advice would you give to someone who wants to be where you are today?
Don’t be afraid to go after what you want! It’s so easy to let fear stop you from trying things because, frankly, trying something new is scary. But if you face your fear and go ahead and try, you will always find that what you’re afraid of isn’t so scary after all. 

How do you keep yourself organized with everything you have on your plate?
Time management is a real challenge but I’m really lucky that my school was just starting an online curriculum when I was an entering freshman, and they agreed to let me be the first student to try a blended schedule of some online classes and some in-school classes. So I get to use school labs and facilities for science and art, for instance, but I have the flexibility of online classes that I can do whenever and wherever I am. I like to work ahead as much as I can when I have time, too, so I can focus on dance more when I need to or do my community service projects. 
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​What do you enjoy most about jewelry making and what awards have you won from it?
I love how jewelry making is so detail-oriented. It takes so long to make the smallest chain link or a single engraving, but the work put in shows in the final product. I have won gold and silver keys in the Scholastic Art Competition, was a finalist in the Ohio Governor’s Youth Art Exhibition, and I was the one student chosen to represent my congressional district in the Ohio House of Representatives Student Art Exhibition that will remain on display for this entire year. 

What about you inspires others/why do you think you are inspiring?
If I inspire others, I hope it’s because they can relate to me and the struggles I have had and hard work I have to do to reach for my dreams. When I was little, my shyness made me quit ballet after my first class because I couldn’t stand people looking at me. That shyness is still there inside me, and it’s a constant effort for me to fight it. But the effort has made me strong enough to be able to continually face my fear and perform onstage, speak in front of crowds, and put myself out there to be judged by pageant judges and everyone else who is watching. If I can do that, believe me — anyone can do it. 

Who do you find inspiring?
I get inspiration from many sources, including some famous people like my favorite, Audrey Hepburn. But mainly I’m inspired every day by the people I’m surrounded by—people at school who work so hard to get amazing grades, the girls I dance with who never give up even when it’s painful and difficult, my family and friends who believe in me and support me no matter what. 

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Anything else you’d like to tell us?
I’m so honored to be featured in Inspiring Teens magazine. I know I have had the benefit of being inspired by many amazing people, and the possibility that I can provide inspiration for someone else is wonderful and humbling. I’m very grateful. 


Gabriella will be featured in Issue 24 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Ava Dwyer

7/18/2019

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Ava Dwyer - Maryland
Interview by Claire Plath
Nomination and Photography by Kate Mitchem Photography
Issue 24 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

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​The Nomination: Ava Dwyer lit up my day when she showed up for her Dance Photo shoot a few weeks ago. The grace and beauty just flowed through the tips of her fingers to the tips of her pointed toes! Not only is she an incredible dancer who attends an International Baccalaureate high school in D.C., and dances every moment that she's not going to school or helping to teach at a local elementary school, but she still finds time to help rebuild schools in Africa!! She loves different cultures and meeting new people but her beauty is best seen through her dance!
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​What do you love most about dance?
What I love most about dance is how free I feel. It allows me to release every bit of tension and focus on whatever story I am trying to portray. However, dancing is a constant battle to try to be better, forcing me to always push the limits and discover new and exciting ways to look at dance. I think that this urge to push myself to be better than I ever have been is what keeps me driven, and protects my love for dance.

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​What is the International Baccalaureate high school in D.C and how does it differ from other high schools?
I attend Washington International School, and I am currently going into my junior year (11th grade). WIS is located in Washington, DC, and it is a multilingual private school that offers a full International Baccalaureate program. WIS is different from other high schools because of the large diversity in nationalities students represent, the incredible faculty with international backgrounds, and the challenging educational program it provides. The school opens doors to a large array of opportunities, including attending college anywhere in the world based on the International Baccalaureate diploma. WIS has a large but close-knit community that I am proud to say I am a part of. 

Tell me a little bit about your experience volunteering at a school in Africa.
Each year at Washington International School, there are various trips students can apply to be a part of. Trips to New Orleans, China, Guatemala, Peru, and Morocco are among them. Along with 16 other people, I was accepted to participate in a trip to a small town in Morocco called Azrou. The town is quite beautiful, sitting below two mountains. There are funding issues for public schools in Morocco, particularly for small towns like Azrou, so our aim was to improve some aspects of a local elementary school. We brought a total of nine computers, taught workshops on technology, language, and hygiene, and built a new library for the school, complete with donated books that were donated by fellow students. It was an amazing experience. 

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What advice would you give to someone who wants to be where you are today?
Be ambitious. The only way to achieve your goals in life is to fight for them. For me, I always tell myself to not settle for anything less than the best I can do. If you want something bad enough, push yourself to get there and you will. Believe in what you are capable of, and more importantly, believe in yourself!

Ava will be published in issue 24 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!
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Zoe Adgalane

7/7/2019

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Zoe Adgalane - Pennsylvania
Interview by Larissa Chelius
Nomination by Kristalynn Torpey
Photography by: Chris Henrikson (top image), Alexa M. Santy, &
Thomas McIntyre, 
Issue 23 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

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​The Nomination: Zoe is 13 years old and just finished her 10th year dancing for Philadelphia Dance Center. She is a member of their award-winning company and has been competing for 8 years. This year was especially exciting because she won 1st place overall in her age group and 4th overall in the entire competition for a solo she completely choreographed herself.
For the last 2 years she has also been a part of Brickdoor Productions, a youth theater group, where she just finished her 4th production. 
She loves dance and everything she has learned from it both in and out of the studio.
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​How do you work through the rigorous hours of work that comes with dance?
As a dancer, the long hours are to be expected, and as grueling as they might be in that moment, I just have to remember that I'm at the studio because I want to be there. I chose to come to Philadelphia Dance Center to create and learn. It's my creative outlet, so it doesn't feel long at all.

Could you describe what the commitment is like for dance?
There is a lot of commitment involved with dance. I've had to give up a couple small things for dance, but in the end there's no place I'd rather be than in the studio. My teammates are like family to me.

By being a dancer for Philadelphia Dance Center and playing a part in Brickdoor Productions, what have they taught you that could help you off stage? 
I've learned many things. Some of which being to never give up, determination and passion gets you far in life, try new things, and do your best in everything you do!

What productions have you done with Brickdoor Productions? 
I have done James and the Giant Peach, Schoolhouse Rock, a youth performers showcase, and Go Fish the musical with Brickdoor Productions.

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​What opportunities have you received off stage for being a member of these various groups?
I've been able to be an ambassador for Chris Henrikson photography.
I've been able to do a concept video with Kaylee Pirrung.
I've been able to do a RuPaul tribute with Alexa Marie Santy.
And I've been able to model for Artstone Costumes and Costume Gallery.


What advice would you give to someone who wants to be where you are today?
The advice I would give is to not give up, and only be in competition with yourself to be better.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years/what are your plans for the future?
In 5 years I will be graduated from high school. I will hopefully continue dancing and become a professional dancer/ choreographer.

What about you inspires others/why do you think you are inspiring?
I think my drive inspires others.

How do you keep yourself organized with everything you have on your plate?
I memorize my schedules and due dates for school and dance.

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What is your favorite activity or pastime that wasn’t in your nomination?
My favorite activities outside of dance are reading, drawing, and photography.

Do you have a hidden talent? What is it?
My arms are hyper-extended so they can rotate in and out of their socket.

Who do you find inspiring?
My family and friends inspire me.

Pizza or Tacos?  Soda or Water? Cats or Dogs?
Pizza, water, dogs

3 Things on your bucket list
Three things on my bucket list are to travel, see a drive-in movie, and have a bonfire with friends

Anything else you’d like to tell us?
I'm so excited to be working with Inspiring Teens


Zoe will be featured in Issue 23 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!
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Brooke Cannon

7/7/2019

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Brooke Cannon - Pennsylvania
Interview by Caroline Alegado
Nomination by Kim Cannon
Photography by Captured Yew
Issue 23 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

​The Nomination: Brooke is going into her sophomore year at CAPA. She is an honor student and finished her freshman year with a 4.2 GPA.

Brooke has been dancing for 11 years. Her home studio is the Philadelphia Dance Center where she studies many styles of dance in their pre professional dance program. She is also member of the Beat Addikts United performance team. This summer she will be attending The Rock School of Ballet's summer intensive.

Brooke also enjoys theater, and just finished her 6th show with Brick Door Productions. She has also been their chorographer for several shows.
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​As a member of Beat Addikts United, what experiences and/or performances have you enjoyed?
I always enjoy dancing with Beat Addikts United! The 2018-19 season was my first year on their performance team and I loved it. My favorite BAU performance is their annual showcase. It's a unique show and a lot of fun. Many choreographers and dancers are involved, and each performance has a theme and/or tells a story. 

What is your favorite style of dance?
I love many styles of dance and enjoy learning new ones, but right now my favorites are contemporary and hip hop. I can’t choose just one. 

​I know you have started choreographing shows. How does this compare to dancing and which do you prefer?
Choreographing has been a new challenge for me. It has allowed me to understand what many of my teachers and choreographers do and has introduced me to another side of dance. I really enjoy choreographing, but I still have a lot to learn. I’m very thankful for the opportunities that I have been given, but I still focus on my dance training. It's hard to say which I prefer, but I want to continue to pursue both. 

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How do you balance school and dance?
My academics have always been very important to me. I love dancing, but my schoolwork comes first. Juggling both can get stressful at times, but doing what I love helps keep me focused. A lot of times I try to start homework when I have time in school, and then finish it before or after dance class.

​Who inspires you in your dance and theater career?
The people that inspire me the most are my teachers, directors, and fellow performers. We push each other to be our best. I feel grateful that I have a strong support system filled with people who are passionate about the same things.

How do you plan to use the lessons you learned now to help you in the future?
A big lesson I’ve learned is that success comes from hard work. Being grateful for everything you’ve accomplished along the way is crucial, because dreams don’t come easily. This mindset will help me in the future, because it reminds me to look back on how far I’ve come.

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What is your favorite activity or pastime that wasn’t in your nomination?
I have a few pastimes that weren’t in my nomination. A few of my favorites are going shopping, surfing, and watching Stranger Things!


Brooke will be featured in Issue 23 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Regan Corbet

4/3/2019

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Regan Corbet - Indiana
Interview by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination and Photography by Jennifer Dunn Photography
Featured in Issue 16 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

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The Nomination: Regan dances competitively and is very good! She has a heart of gold, I've seen it with the way she works with the day care kids. She has great plans when she grows up! ​
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How did you become in dancing & what are your favorite songs to dance to?
I became interested in dancing because my older sister was a dancer and I loved the idea that when I'm dancing, I can be whoever I want to be. Picture taken by Jennifer Dunn, makeup inspiration from The Black Swan
I love dancing to any contemporary song because there is so much meaning in the lyrics that I can really relate to.

What do you like most about working with kids and is it your future?
I love the thought that I am impacting someone's life, either through teaching them how to dance or teaching them how to write. It is an amazing feeling when they finally accomplish what they are trying to learn with my help. I love to encourage people to accomplish their goals and I will always help if you ask me to. I plan to go to Hanover College to become Elementary School Teacher.
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Regan was featured in Issue 16 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!
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Jordan McEachin

3/12/2019

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Jordan McEachin – 19 - Virginia
Interview by Zoe D'Angelo
Nominated by Nicole McEachin and Heather Chesky
Photography by Heather Chesky Photography
Issue 19 | Performer

​The Nominations: Something inspiring about Jordan McEachin is her recovery after her HSP( Henoch- Schonlein purpura) diagnoses. During her recovery, she was determined to get back into shape to perform with her dance company. After months of physical therapy, she performed in three shows. Anything is possible with hard work, passion and determination. - Nicole McEachin

Jordan was your average teen who loved performing on stage….Until one day, she got strep. Strep then turned into a serious of more intense and extremely painful symptoms that persisted for weeks and months on end. 

Finally, after seeing a slew of doctors and being poked and prodded for endless tests and exams, Jordan was diagnosed with Henoch-Schonlein Purpura, or HSP.

Jordan was immediately hospitalized for over a month to go through treatment. As her body slowly strengthened, she was able to go home.

Determined to not fall behind in school, Jordan continued her studies while homebound and eventually was able to return for the final quarter of her school year.

However, the medication and steroids she was required to take caused extreme swelling and Jordan was unrecognizable, even by her closest friends. In fact, she was often mistaken for a new student.

In spite of the daily struggles she faced, Jordan continued her studies and worked diligently to be healthy enough to dance again. And because of her persistence, she made a full recovery and was back preforming on stage quicker than anyone, including her doctors, thought possible. 

Jordan has come out of this illness even stronger than before and is determined to not let any circumstance stand in the way of her goals.

In fact, Jordan is now is a freshman at AMDA in LA and is happily pursing a degree in musical theatre. 

Perhaps what is most inspiring about Jordan is that she has said that “any obstacle in life can be overcome with persistence.” She is living proof of that truth. - Heather Chesky
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​Tell us about HSP.

HSP is a form of blood vessel inflammation called vasculitis caused by an autoimmune reaction to an everyday illness like the flu or strep.  As a result, blood vessels burst throughout your body, causing purple-hued rashes to appear under the skin’s surface. Not only does HSP cause a rash-like appearance covering your body, but it also causes joint inflammation and a swollen abdomen bringing violent waves of pain usually accompanied by nausea and vomiting.  

What are some ways you stayed positive during your hospitalization?

To stay positive in the hospital, I focused on keeping myself busy by painting ceiling tiles for future patients to enjoy in their rooms. I was fortunate enough to have many friends from school and dance visit me and send cards of positive encouragement for a speedy recovery.

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​How did your career in dancing, acting and singing begin?

I started dancing at the age of three, after watching Maisy Mouse. I first started in ballet, and quickly added multiple styles of dance to my repertoire, from jazz, modern, contemporary, hiphop, and my favorite style, tap. From then on, I completely fell in love with the performing arts, adding individual voice lessons and acting classes since middle school. 

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​What are some of your favorite shows you have performed in and why?

Some of my favorite shows I have done would be the dance review styled shows I had the opportunity to travel abroad for with my youth performing arts company. I was given the opportunity to travel to both Greece and South Africa to immerse different cultures together through the art of dance and performing. In addition, doing Beauty and the Beast with my high school my senior year was one of my favorite shows to be a part of. Not only is it because I am a huge Disney fan, but also because the music in the show is stunning! Beauty and the Beast is definitely one of my all time favorite Disney movies. Currently, I am in my college's stage reading of 9-5 and can already tell it is going to be one of my favorite shows to be a part of!

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What are your plans for the future?

Currently, I am a freshman at AMDA College and Conservatory for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles for a BFA in Musical Theatre. After college, I hope to go into television and film as an actress as well as become a performer on Broadway. 

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Karenna Glenn

2/23/2019

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Karenna Glenn
Interviewed by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination and Photography by Danielle Lavis Photography, LLC
Maryland
Issue 17 | Dancer

The Nomination: Karenna Glenn. Karenna is a beautiful soul with the most uplifting spirit! Karenna is sweet, bubbly, compassionate and fun! She is proud of the fact that she is on a nationally ranked dance team (Savage Dance Company). She is also proud of her ability to work extremely well with special needs children. She is in the National Honors Society and has won several Student of the Month awards. She has also won numerous dance scholarships. A cause that is important to Karenna is raising awareness for pediatric cancer research. She is an ambassador for Dance Hope Cure. She participates in dance photo shoots for them and all the money goes to research. 
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​How did your interest in dance begin?
My interest in dance started when I was three and a half. I was in preschool, and they offered dance classes. I instantly fell in love. As I got older and more experienced, I discovered dance is a great way to express emotions that are not always easily verbalized.
Tell me about your nationally ranked dance team.
I have been dancing at Savage Dance Company (SDC) for nine years and competing with my team for the past seven years. We have won several awards to include World of Dance Regionals in New Jersey (2017), World of Dance Regionals in New York (2018), and we were one of the top 5 studios at the Dance Awards (2017). I dance at least twenty-five hours a week and this includes classes and company rehearsal time. We go to several regional competitions a year, and we always do extremely well. This year I am a senior, and it is really bittersweet - I consider all of my teammate’s brothers and sisters. It is easy to say that I would not be where I am today without the owners, faculty, and my team at SDC.

What kind of other awards have you won? And why do you think you won them?
I have won two Student of the Month Awards. The first I received in my freshman year from my math teacher, and I received the other in my sophomore year from the dance teacher. Overall, I was selected because I am always eager to help other students when they need it. In my sophomore year, I was the teaching assistant for Dance I. In this class, there were four special needs students. I was primarily in charge of working with them and teaching the class when the teacher was absent. I developed a very special bond with the special needs students and my favorite part of the day in my sophomore and junior year was when I worked with them.

What are some of your duties as you are an ambassador for Dance Hope Cure?
I became a Dance Hope Cure ambassador in the Fall of 2018. As an ambassador, I get to have dance related photo shoots and all the money raised is donated to childhood cancer research. Additionally, as an ambassador, I promote this non-profit organization by posting the pictures they take of me by their Emmy Award-winning photographer, Mike Gillette on social media. Finally, SDC was privileged to participate and share our love for dance for the first time at an event called Curefest that occurs on the National Mall in Washington, DC. All the senior ambassadors on my team choreographed the piece we performed for this event to raise awareness and funds to further childhood cancer research.

Do you plan on continuing to dance in the future? Why or why not?
I am still trying to figure out if I will be dancing in the future. In college, I would like to join the dance team, but I will not be majoring in dance. Dance will always have a special place in my heart, but I would like to try other things.

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Serena Yee

2/23/2019

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​Serena Yee
Interview by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination and Photography by Alicia Crosson Photography
California
​Issue 18 | Leader

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​The Nomination: It's a privilege to nominate Serena as an inspiring teen! Serena is currently a freshman in high school, on her school's Drill Team, and a part of Student Council. Serena also loves to dance and is a dancer for Showstoppers Dance Studio in her hometown. She also carries a Black Belt in Taekwondo!
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I admire so many qualities and characteristics Serena has. Serena is super sweet, kind, loving, gentle, loyal, and has a heart of gold. I adore her and her love for others. She is hard working, dedicated, and a natural, inspiring leader to her friends and to others who know her. I would love to see her being recognized as the amazing, inspiring teen that she is!
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Tell me about your school’s drill team and why you joined.
My school’s drill team consists of dancers from all different grades. We perform at home varsity games during both football and basketball season. I’ve gotten very close to these girls because we share the same passion. I really love this team because we strive to make each other better dancers and people. This team is special because our routines are choreographed and taught by the junior and senior dancers which I’m inspired to do someday.
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What are your duties within student council and what have you learned?
I am the freshman Vice President in student council. As Vice President I share ideas with other officers and help plan school related events such as themed spirit weeks, school dances, homecoming, and rallies. From being in student council I understand that in order to be a good leader, one has to be able to listen and effectively advocate for the student body. 
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​How did your career in dance begin and what do you love most about it?
My first dance class was taken when I was two and a half years old. I started with a ballet and tap and as my love for dance grew so did the dance genres I learned. I first started competing around the age of seven and I immediately loved it. I competed in jazz, tap, lyrical, and hip hop. My biggest milestone in my dance career was when I performed my first self-choreographed solo last year. My all-time favorite style of dance is pointe and I love every aspect of it. I believe that dance has taught me dedication and commitment along with grace and poise. 
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Why do you think you are so inspiring and what makes you stand out?
I believe that I am inspiring because I am hard working, dedicated, and always open to trying new things. One of the things that I believe makes me stand out is that I am a second-degree black belt in taekwondo. I started when I was seven years old and have been practicing ever since. Martial arts allow me to physically and mentally push past my fears. As a result, I was able to gain the confidence that opened so many opportunities for me.

What are your plans for after high school?
After high school I plan on going to college. Some career fields I’m interested in are pharmacy or psychology. I would really like to move away to college and become more independent. I’d also like to minor in dance or even try out for the college’s dance team.

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Carlee Smith

2/20/2019

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Carlee Smith
Interview by Zoe D’Angelo
Nomination by Melba Brown
Photography by Carolyn Griffin
Georgia
Issue 18

Nomination: Carlee Faith Smith is a High School Senior, an honor student, and is already attending college full time. She is a dancer with National titles including the Governor's Honor Program finalist for dance. She received most inspiring dancer out of the entire convention. She teaches dance, works at a boutique, and volunteers for elderly through youth group at church.​
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​When did your career in dance begin?
When I was 8 years old, I heard of a studio opening in my hometown. Originally, I had not planned on dancing. I went with my mom to sign my younger sister up and ended up begging her to sign me up. 

Tell me about some of your National Dance titles.
During our season we have mandatory regional competitions, but nationals during the summer is optional.
My first year I went to nationals in Savannah, GA, I had to fill in a small group because girls who were in the dance backed out. I had to learn it two weeks before the week of nationals and perform it. Talk about pressure! I, along with three other girls, won our first national title and it felt good knowing our hard work paid off!
Another title I obtained with my duo partner for 4 years, who also happens to be my best friend. So, you could say we have a pretty good connection. We got a huge check like the ones you see on TV.

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​Do you think you will continue dancing in the future?
For sure. It has been and always will be a big part of my life. I plan on dancing on the dance team at whatever college I go to. In the future, I would love to continue to take classes or even teach my own and choreograph for studios. 
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What are you studying at college?
I plan on majoring in Criminal Justice and becoming a criminal investigator. 

Why did you want to study this?
I originally wanted to study Law, but I do not agree with some of the responsibilities that attorneys have. In school, I always liked math because there was a solution to be found. That is kind of how I feel about being an investigator because I love figuring stuff out. About four weeks ago my car was broken into and after talking to the investigator, I have my heart set on this and being able to work with people to bring justice for the community. 

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Bucks County Dancer Shayna Fink

5/18/2018

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Interview by Emma Clopton

How long have you been dancing and why did you get started?
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I have been dancing since i was 2 so for 13 years and I started dancing because my other friends were. Also, I was very girly and had an interest in dancing!


What are the different kinds of dance you do and have done in the past?
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I currently do jazz, tap, lyrical, acting, select dance groups, and our performing team. In the past I have done acting, jazz, tap, lyrical, ballet, hip hop, and performances. I also have a leading role in this years musical as Wendy from Peter Pan!


If you had to choose only 3 types of dance classes to take what would they be and why?
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If I only had 3 choices of classes, I would choose, tap, jazz, and ballet. I would choose these because tap is my absolute favorite style of dance, also, jazz is one of my strongest styles and lastly I would choose ballet because it works on technique and it is basically the platform of all dancing!

 
 Have you ever been on any dance teams? If so, where have you traveled and what were your favorite moments?
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Yes, i am currently on my dance studios dance team called, "Turning Out", we travel all over pennsylvania and go to disney world every 2-3 years. Also, we dance at Peddlers village, the 76ers, the Harlem Globetrotters, Newtown and Yardley parades, public events in bucks county, the Phillies, Trenton Thunder, Applebee's fundraisers, and many other events! This year we are going to New York City and New Orleans to the college bowl! My favorite thing about being on a team is having all of my friends to support me. Lastly, we share many memories that will never be forgotten!

When you are dancing, what is going through your mind, whether it’s emotions or just something random?
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Usually when I am dancing, I am watching myself in the mirrors trying to fix what i'm doing wrong. my mind kind of just goes blank and the dances are muscle memory.

If you could dance anywhere in the world where would it be and why?
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I would dance in the Bahamas or in the Caribbean because it's a nice warm tropical place and it would be a perfect bonding experience for my team and I!

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Interview with Dancer, Emma Clopton

5/14/2018

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Interview by Shayna Fink


When did you start dancing and why did you want to dance in the first place?
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Originally I went to a different studio then where I currently dance and danced for almost 7 years there. I took a long break from dance and started up at Elements Dance Factory where I knew a lot of people. Everyone was incredibly supportive the first day I came in and still are today. I wanted to start dancing again because I missed expressing different emotions throughout my body and I was practicing a few dance moves at my house and realized how much I missed dancing.  

If you could be any dancer for a day who would you be and why?
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If I could be any dancer for a day I would want to be Maddie Ziegler. She is such an incredible dancer and an incredible person as well. She has inspired many people including me to be themselves and dance comfortably in their own skin. I also love her style and I’ve known her and been a fan for a few years.

If you could try any new genre of dance what would it be and why?
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If I could try any new style of dance it would be contemporary. Over the summer I took a few contemporary classes and I got very emotionally connected to the movements and music. The style is very unique and every move has a different feeling which I love and also works on technique!

What are some of the best moments you have had at dance?
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In the summer I took a dance intensive camp at Elements Dance Factory and received the dance scholarship. After 6 years of not dancing, I felt a huge rush of accomplishment that day, especially that everyone I danced with was incredible. I also love all of the people I dance with. They are all very supportive, including the teachers, and being there allows me to feel very comfortable in my own skin.

Over the course of the time you have been dancing at your current studio, how have you developed as a dancer?
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Although I have only been dancing for a short period of time, I definitely feel like I have improved at dancing. Hip hop has always been a very fun genre of dance to me and as I continue to practice, I feel like the movements are coming to me more easily and I don’t struggle as much with remembering dances.


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Dancer Madison Dedieu

12/9/2017

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An interview with teen dancer Madison Dedieu
​by Olivia Bush for the 2017 Winter Issue of Inspiring Teens Magazine

1) What/who inspired you to start dancing? My mom because she was the person who really got me to start dance classes when I was 3, but my biggest dance inspiration right now are my dance teachers.

2) What styles do you currently dance? Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, Musical Theater,  & Tap.  Contemporary or Musical Theater would be my favorite because they are both so fun to perform and to express yourself in. 

3) What is your favorite dance you have performed? Last season, I performed a Musical Theater dance with six other girls called “I Can Cook Too” from On The Town which placed very high and was so much fun.    

4) What is your favorite part about performing? Definitely being able to express myself through all my movements and just being there with these girls that are basically my family. The energy is such a crazy feeling.

5) Have you taken any master dance classes? Yes, I have taken a class at Abby Lee Dance Center in Los Angeles, Alex Wong from So You Think You Can Dance, JoJo Siwa, many dancers from Joffery Ballet School, Katy Perry’s back up dancer Khasan Brailsford, and Courtney Ortiz.       
                 
6) Which one is your favorite reality show & would you want to be on it? My favorite has to be World of Dance.  I think it would be so much fun and such a cool experience dancing in front of so many people, so yes!
             
7) If you could dance with any dancer who would it be?  I would have to say Eva Iago because she is so close to my age and is such a good dancer and is just someone that I aspire to preform like.  

​8) How far do you want to take dance? Right now, I want to go to college for dance and be a dance teacher.  
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