Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Black History Month essay: Elite groups help us reach potential (by Ta'Tiana Jenkins)

Black History Month essay: Elite groups help us reach potential - LoHud.com


About the Author

Ta'Tiana Jenkins is a 14-year-old freshman at Paramus Catholic Regional High School, where she is on the dance and soccer teams.  She lives in New City, NY with her parents, Bro. Carl and Tonya Jenkins, both educators.  She is active in multiple sports activities; soccer, dance, softball, basketball, volleyball, tennis and karate (she is a second-degree black belt).

Jenkins is also involved with Naomi's Program of Excellence Inc. and the Rockland County chapter of Jack and Jill of America Inc.  She is also involved with the Delta Academy (mentoring program) and the Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson.  Her dream is to become a teacher, business owner, or possibly design buildings.