Why not is not an option when discussing “King James.” So, clearly I am not only a fan, but a huge fan of the one and only LeBron James. Aside from the fact that LeBron is n amazing basketball player and overall athlete, he is so much more. LeBron is a leader on and off the court and in his family as a dad and husband. I watched a documentary about LeBron that made me have so much more respect for him as a mentor but he is not afraid to acknowledge those who paved the way for him just like he is to so many others. I was amazed when I learned about the I Promise School he created in his home town for at-risk kids. Also there is something to be said about someone who was a high school basketball player and now the best basketball player in the world who still has his same friends since childhood. He didnt get so rich and famous that he forgot about his friendships. He reminds me of Kobe Bryant because he is so strong and continues to work on his talents regularly. Watching LeBron be a leader, team player, peer and more during the recent Olympics was just another opportunity to watch LeBron shine right along with Steph Curry and Kevin Durant .

LeBron James is my favorite athlete whether on Team USA or simply in Los Angeles, California. The next simple answer is that one of my favorite athletes to cheer on during the 2024 Olympics in Paris is Simone Biles. As a young black woman, I am proud of Simone for her athleticism and her dedication to her passion. However, I love that she took time away from gymnastics to address her mental health. I have watched her be great for several years, but this year Simone is stronger and better than ever. In addition to LeBron James and Simone Biles, I've enjoyed watching swimming to see the skill, power and strength of Katie Ledecky. I was amazed to learn she competed in her first Olympics at the age of 15 and now at age 27, Katie doesn't seem to be slowing up any time soon. While I cannot say Noah Lyles is a favorite on the Men's 100m, I have enjoyed watching the race itself, I have enjoyed watching him underestimate his strong competition. Max Whitlock, Sha’Carri Richardson and Suni Le are a joy to watch. It's something about hearing their backstories, that capture my attention about these stellar athletes who have committed to greatness and have the opportunity to compete as the best in the world. Way to go, Team USA!

As a child of divorced parents raised by a single mom, I have navigated the challenges of a complex custody situation and financial hardship. Throughout my life, I have been fortunate to receive mentorship from individuals who have overcome similar obstacles, including divorce, financial insecurities, trauma, and lack of access to resources. These mentors have inspired me with their resilience and determination, and I aspire to mirror their strength and support to the youth in my community. With this scholarship, I aim to provide mentorship and resources to other Black children raised in single-parent households, showing them that there is nothing they cannot accomplish. Despite facing significant difficulties in securing the necessary scholarships for my higher education, I remain steadfast in my commitment to pursue my studies and make a positive impact on my community. I also have an 8-year-old little sister who looks up to our mom as a superwoman, though she is too young to fully understand the sacrifices our mom has made. I want to be a personal hero for her, just as our mom is for us. As a tall Black young woman, I have been a fashion model for five years, a varsity high school cheerleader for three years, and participated in competitive cheer during my senior year. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I became a self-taught braider and am now recognized as a seasoned braider. Younger girls often ask me for advice on modeling, competitive cheer, or braiding, and I am committed to sharing my experiences and encouraging them to pursue their dreams with confidence and resilience. With a heart full of optimism and a spirit that perseveres, I share my experiences as a child of divorced parents, raised by a single mom, with young girls seeking guidance on modeling, competitive cheer, or braiding, encouraging them to chase their dreams with confidence, determination, and a never-give-up attitude. I aspire to pursue my dream of closely engaging with the student community in the future. After graduating, I aim to establish strong connections with local nonprofits that prioritize girls' self-esteem initiatives. Consistent with my values, interests, and future aspirations, I plan to utilize this scholarship for a study abroad experience that broadens my perspective. As a child of divorced parents, I overcame the challenges of a complex custody situation and financial hardship, thanks to mentorship from individuals who had similar experiences. Anything is possible for those who have God and amazing mentors.

I can relate to Malgoratzata’s challenges. I can relate because in 2022 it was my first year of college and I was going to an hbcu. Other than my mom and my friends I didn’t have a lot of support but it was still my goal to move away for college. I had to take a leap of faith and just do it. I couldn’t worry about what other people were saying or what other people thought I should do but I did what I thought would be great for me. Although I’m looking to transfer , moving was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Meeting new people and building new bonds made me so happy . I had my mind set and nothing was going to get in the way of my goal and what was important to me. I did scholarships and I made it happen. I continued to do modeling which a lot of people thought I wouldn’t continue because I was so far out but I still did it. I didn’t let my location get in the way. I am grateful for every experience I faced and I am proud of myself but just going to do it. Sometimes not having support can be hurtful because of course you want people to feel the excitement you felt but in that moment I knew that I wasn’t letting having no support make me change my mind. It is okay to just push for what you want to do and it is also okay to change your mind. Everything happens for a reason. Everything you do will push you further in life and you have to just be appreciative of the process and appreciative of your journey. No matter if you have no support or have all the support in the world . You have to do what you love. You have to go after it. Thoughts and fears get in the way all the time and you don’t want to just carry big regret. The journey might be scary but it will always teach you something. Going to an Hbcu definitely taught me a lot and I can’t wait to visit the people who I have met who have became my best friends and have a blast with them and I can’t wait to continue these bonds for a long time. All in all I relate because we both had to just not overthink our situation and do it. Taking that leap of faith and becoming fearless and supporting your own goals and dreams.

When I think of what I want my line to look like I want everything in my line to not only define me but I want it to be clothing that everyone would want to wear. It’s always been a goal to start my own clothes. To see people rocking what started off as a tiny idea to a beautiful vision that came to life would make me whole. I have done runway modeling for 4 years and with that I’ve seen the happiness that designers feel when their vision comes to life. When you see the modelings killing it in your clothes , when you have something that represents you, when you have a passion that you can also share with others. I want my line to be very cute and fun and bright and something you wear going out while also some outfits that you wear when your chilling and want to be cute but not too bold. With that being said that chill fits is going to include a lot of denim sets. Something I would wear but customize it to make it fun. I will throw in some patchwork clothing. Because I did model for so long I picture outfits you can everyday that still represent you well and outfits you can wear going to a fashion show or an event . I want my line to scream versatile. When I think of versatile I think of Zendaya or Beyoncé. People who will wear all types of styles. Being I do model I have became versatile. Sometimes I want an everyday outfit and sometimes I want to pop out and show off. It’s all about how you feel when you put your outfit on. I want people who wear my line to feel confident in how it fits their body and feel beautiful. I want my king and queens to feel on top of the world . You can have that one part of your outfit that is a statement piece and it can make everything so much better. I love fashion and I love the art of it and I want to study it more and be able to create something that not only I love but so many other people love and enjoy the pieces I bring out. I know that one day that will happen I just have to stay consistent in order to get there.

My name is Tyra Moore. I am 19 years old from Sacramento California . I currently attend Southern University A&M in Louisiana. I do hair ( braids to be specific) as well as runway modeling and dance. I’ve cheered as well for 6 years and was doing modeling at the same time. I have done New York fashion week and LA fashion week as a freelance model which means I am not signed. I am an older sister to a beautiful 7 year old or how she says it “ 7 and a half”. I am truly a family woman. I am all about fashion. I want to eventually have my own hair salon as well as be a stylist and for the last year it has been my biggest goal to graduate from college. In the beginning it was my biggest goal to attend an hbcu and now that I have gotten that experience I am very satisfied and I have now created a new goal to attend a school in Los Angeles. My freshman year I was very reliant on scholarships and funding to help me throughout college. My mom is a single mom and although I have my father it wasn’t help added in the process of going to college and payments and there was a lot of pressure put on my mom to truly make it happen. The funding saved me and allowed me to continue my freshman year on campus and I’m more than grateful. Because I don’t want to see my mom continue to struggle and feel worried about how she is going to pay for my college and make it happen again, it’s up to me to be consistent in doing my scholarships and continuing to save so that I can fulfill my goal and keep the plan that I had set which was to graduate from college. Seeing myself walk down the stage and say I have a degree will be the best day of my life. I will feel so accomplished and proud that I didn’t give up on myself like I thought I would or I didn’t allow my fears to take over me. I know that just by me taking a leap of faith and going to college truly inspired so many around me and it will continue even more when I graduate from college. I am so grateful for the good and bad in college because it has matured me and prepares me for adulthood. Overall , I will use the money to put into my schooling and continue to take the weight off of my mom’s shoulder.

Big ! When I think of what I want for my dream Barbie house I know that I have to think big ! I definitely want my Barbie house to be located in Los Angeles. Southern California area. I want it close to Santa Monica to have the beach vibe. I want it to be 3 story. As soon as you enter you will see the beautiful water fountain. There will be a stair case and on the side is an elevator in case you don’t want to take the stairs. For the rooms definitely all walk in closets and for the backyard a pool with a slide going down to the pool. Definitely all pink everywhere and for the living room it will be 50 shades of pink. Nice flower swings and lots of palm trees. Movie theater on the second floor and a hair salon on the first floor. I will have 7 rooms , 5 bathrooms , and 2 garages. Definitely will be adding a screen for movies outside as well . A nice patio upstairs to look at the views of Los Angeles . We will be adding a gym and a walkway also in the front of the house.