Jacksovnille, AL – In an exciting announcement, the Pettway and Vann family is thrilled to share that 16-year-old Miniya-Grace Pettway Vann, a junior at Jacksonville High School, has achieved a remarkable feat by being selected to dance in the prestigious Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
Miniya-Grace, a dynamic dancer and member of the Fierce Competitive Dance Team at Crazy About Dance under the guidance of Mrs. Alison Woodward, has earned her spot in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, a platform coveted by thousands of students nationwide. She will also be representing Jacksonville High School as the co-captain of the Auxiliary Dance Team in the marching band under the leadership of Ms. Loos.
Apart from her accomplishments in dance, Miniya-Grace is an active member of various clubs and organizations that showcase her dedication to both academics and community involvement. Her impressive list includes:
- National Jr. Honor Society
- Key Club Member
- FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America)
- FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) – Vice President
- Youth Leadership of Calhoun County YLCC
- Peer Helper
- Mu Alpha Theta
- Delta Gems
- Jacksonville State University Dual Enrollment Student Representative
The family expressed deep gratitude to The Vann/Hunter family, Living By Faith Ministry family, and friends who supported Miniya-Grace in raising funds for travel and lodging expenses for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Miniya-Grace Vann’s participation in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a testament to her dedication and talent in the field of dance. The family encourages those tuning in to the annual parade to look out for Miniya-Grace as she contributes her skills to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Band.
For those who would like to contribute to Miniya-Grace’s travel expenses, a Cashapp account has been set up at $MiniyaVann.
