Jay has applied to attend Ithaca: Acting this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Jay
Jay
Interest:
Performing Arts
Grade:
11th
School:
Fordham High School for the Arts
Location:
Bronx, NY
Successfully funded on May 6th, 2016!
Fully funded!
$5,130 raised
$0 to go
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Jay
Jay's Story

My passion is Acting.

One day in a ballet class my teacher told me that I would never be a ballerina because my legs were too short and I was too "chunky". I ended up going home early and crying. The next day my drama teacher announced a play, and I tried out for role of lion in the "Wizard of Oz." When I found out I got the part I was elated, Performing that play piqued my interest in drama. I started taking drama classes and went to a performing arts high school. Getting the lion in the "Wizard of Oz" really gave me confidence. It is the main reason why I love drama so much. It is more than a passion for me it is a way of life.

Attending Ithaca: Acting will really help me elevate my talent. I will be able to explore new techniques in the company of other artists who love the art of drama just as much as I do. I will get to experience being around people who have different experience in the art of drama.

Jennifer
A Note from Ms. Blalock, Jay's Teacher

"Jay possesses a great deal of resilience and professionalism making her a great candidate for Ithaca. There is never a challenge or unfamiliar path that she is unwilling to pursue. She is able to use this same willpower to encourage and help move forward her peers. When given a leadership role, Jay has always led her group to success knowing how to delegate her power to her peers to ensure that goals are met. Additionally, Jay's passion for acting creates this positive spirit that becomes contagious to all who are around."

Campaign Activity
Jay
Jay posted an update
September 1
Thank you for my life changing summer at Ithaca

Going to Ithaca was the best thing I've done all summer. I was able to expand my horizons and be pushed further than I've been. I was pulled out of my comfort zone and force to open up and meet people. I have a better understanding of who I am and what I would like to do with my life. I have had the pleasure to make great friends. All of this was possible because of you thank you so much, words can not describe my graciousness.

My roommate in the pink dress and our new friend Fatou in the middle and Me in the white
My roommate in the pink dress and our new friend Fatou in the middle and Me in the white
My new friend, Matthew hes from Barbados
My new friend, Matthew hes from Barbados
My Ithaca acting 1 class
My Ithaca acting 1 class
Jay
Jay posted an update
July 7
So excited, thanks for making this possible

Packed and ready to go, I've never been more grateful. I'm so excited to learn and socialize with people who share my passion.

Packed and ready to go
Packed and ready to go
At the bus terminal, my send off is near
At the bus terminal, my send off is near
With a fellow Ithaca summer acting participant: we can't wait!
With a fellow Ithaca summer acting participant: we can't wait!
Success! Ms. Blalock helped Jay raise $5,130
May 6
Anonymous donated $2,221
May 6
Amy Gutschenritter donated $50
May 2
Elizabeth Gutschenritter donated $50
April 27
Estrella Nunez donated $20
April 21
Wishbone donated $100
April 6
Student Contribution donated $199
April 6
Ithaca College
Anonymous donated $2,490
April 6
Jennifer
Ms. Blalock started this campaign
April 6
Jay
Jay was accepted into Wishbone!
January 29