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Jayla Thacker

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Bio

I am a high school senior looking to further my dance education at a four-year university. I started dancing when I was six years old, and I have never given up on my dream of dancing professionally. I take risks and I look for creative solutions to better myself and to get me further in my dance career. In my spare time, I make and sell crochet clothing as well as other creations to help with some of the extra costs such as pointe shoes, leotards, etc. As of right now, I am striving to achieve my goal of joining a ballet company. After my performing career, I hope to transition into teaching/coaching.

Education

Homeschooled

High School
2019 - 2021
  • Majors:
    • Dance, General

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Dance, General
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Performing Arts

    • Dream career goals:

      Ballet company member and Ballet studio owner

    • Style advisor

      Justice tween brands
      2020 – 2020

    Arts

    • Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre

      Dance
      The Nutcracker, Choreography Showcase, Spring Showcase
      2019 – 2020
    • Baltimore School for the Arts

      Dance
      The Nutcracker, Jazzin, Spring Dance Concert
      2017 – 2019

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      G.I.F.T Senior to Senior — Senior Volunteer
      2019 – 2020
    • Volunteering

      Pittsburgh Diaper Bank — Student Volunteer
      2019 – 2020
    • Volunteering

      Vacation Bible School — Student Leader
      2016 – 2018

    Future Interests

    Volunteering

    Entrepreneurship