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Tell us about your dance style or inspiration:

My inspiration would be my mother. She was a single mom of seven and couldn't afford to put me in dance classes. Growing up in Delaware, where dance teams and opportunities were very limited, I had to carve my path. Since I was twelve, I've been self-taught, learning from dance tutorials and the music videos of legends like Michael Jackson, Missy Elliott, Ciara, Usher, and Chris Brown. She pushed me to fight for what I am passionate about and never stop and always go above and beyond.

How would being in Ciara's music video impact your life?

Being in Ciara's music video would impact my life because, as a school teacher, I want to show my students that hard work can take you beyond your dreams. The sky is not the limit—don’t restrict yourself to what others expect; instead, prove that the impossible can be possible. God always opens doors for those who continue to fight for their beliefs. Finally getting to dance with my idol would be a dream come true and would undoubtedly open many more doors and opportunities for my fu

What would you do with the $20,000?

If I win the $20,000, I would first give ten percent to God for His guidance in my life. Next, I would donate to my students at my Title One school to provide them with opportunities I didn't have. I would then pay off any bills and debt, take care of my mom for her unwavering support, and finally, save the rest for my future.