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Whether it’s dancing her heart out or serving others, Eboni has a desire to succeed in everything she does. What’s her secret to success? “My grandmother always instilled in me to put God first in everything I do. She advises me to be humble and remember where my blessings come from,” said Eboni.
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Eboni’s parents, Glenn and Annette Turner, are amazed by her determination and dedication in life. Her mom says, “She puts her heart into everything that she does. She juggles her schoolwork, duties as Senior Class Vice-President, Secretary of Student Council, and other school clubs and organizations.” Eboni’s mother encourages Eboni to follow her dreams because she herself was raised to become independent and find her own path.
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17, Senior at Carver High School
notable
Homecoming Queen 2015; Career Tech Student of the Year; Senior Class VP; Carver Dance Team; Volunteer at Montgomery Zoo and South Haven Nursing Home
quotable
“Dream as big as you can; believe in yourself, because the future belongs to you.”
how it began
Eboni loves to dance. She was enrolled in the Alabama Dance Theatre (ADT) at the age of four, and she has not stopped moving her feet since. In 2012, she even had the special opportunity to go Canada with ADT, and she now works as a dance instructor for the YMCA. In addition to dancing, Erica enjoys giving back to her community. She volunteers at the Salvation Army, American Cancer Society, and Montgomery Zoo.
Whether it’s dancing her heart out or serving others, Eboni has a desire to succeed in everything she does. What’s her secret to success? “My grandmother always instilled in me to put God first in everything I do. She advises me to be humble and remember where my blessings come from,” said Eboni.
what’s next
Eboni plans on majoring in Computer Engineering after she graduates this year.
PG (parental guidance) rating
According to Eboni, her mother has provided the most inspiration in her life. She said, “My mother’s strength and hard work that she demonstrates every day motivates me to make good decisions. I was always taught to strive for excellence...She told me to be kind to others and to stay focused on what will ultimately make me successful.”
parents' perspective
Eboni’s parents, Glenn and Annette Turner, are amazed by her determination and dedication in life. Her mom says, “She puts her heart into everything that she does. She juggles her schoolwork, duties as Senior Class Vice-President, Secretary of Student Council, and other school clubs and organizations.” Eboni’s mother encourages Eboni to follow her dreams because she herself was raised to become independent and find her own path.
parent-to-parent
“Our advice to other parents it to encourage your child at all times. Always have a plan and help your child set goals. Just be involved in your child’s life. Always show love and support. I encourage other parents to tell your child how proud you are of them. Most of all, always acknowledge God.”