Rising Star Ja'Kaylee Minor Shines with Extraordinary Accomplishments
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Posted By: S. Moore on May 08, 2023 Ja'Kaylee, a Senior at Pascagoula High School and a Sophomore at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, is rewriting the rules of success. In a truly impressive feat, Ja'Kaylee has simultaneously earned her high school diploma and associate's degree through the esteemed Collegiate Academy Program. But her accomplishments don't end there. Ja'Kaylee has also been accepted into an astounding 30 colleges, with over $350,000 in scholarships—an achievement that sets her apart from her peers. Ja'Kaylee's unwavering determination, and passion for learning are evident in her remarkable journey. Her story serves as an inspiration to all students, reminding them that hard work and perseverance can unlock incredible opportunities. As we eagerly await Ja'Kaylee's upcoming graduation, we are in awe of her achievements at such a young age. Her success not only inspires her peers but also students everywhere, showcasing the limitless potential within each individual. In high school, she is a member of the National Honor Society and National Beta Club. She is a former member of the Student Council, and former secretary of her class, SkillsUSA, and PAWS Leadership Ren Crew. She is a three-year varsity cheerleader. Outside of school, she is involved in her community, with more than 100 hours of community service. She is a member of the Pascagoula Mayor’s Youth Council and The Mississippi Department of Education Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. She also models for local businesses. Majoring in Business Management and Marketing, she plans to attend either Howard University in Washington, D.C., or Texas Southern University in Houston. Winning the Miss Mississippi HBCU Teen title has offered her scholarships to attend either university. In addition, she is competing for more scholarship money at the national level in Bowie, Maryland, on March 4. More than 100 girls across the United States applied to participate in this pageant, and only about 35 were selected as state title holders. “The Miss HBCU Teen Pageant provides scholarships, resources, and support to high school girls of color attending HBCUs to ensure they are empowered, excel during their college years, and advance successfully into their careers,” Ja’Kaylee says. “This is my first time competing in a huge pageant like this, which is incredible for me because I am stepping out of my comfort zone, but for the best. I chose to participate in this pageant because I absolutely loved their values and ideas of what they are trying to do for young women of color. “Since I am the first Miss Mississippi HBCU Teen, I hope to inspire other girls from Mississippi to apply for my position in 2024 in this pageant. It is truly a great experience for girls who want to attend a HBCU,” she said. “I have already learned so much in this pageant and am already getting involved. I must go to online workshops, meetings, rehearsals, etc., for this pageant. I also have to have a ‘platform’ with my title as Miss Mississippi HBCU Teen. The platform I have chosen is the “Importance of Education in the African American Community” and “Financial Literacy.” Congratulations to Ja'Kaylee Minor for her extraordinary accomplishments. We are excited to witness the bright future that lies ahead for this rising star. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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