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Meet the first five DYW participants |
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March 15, 2017 |
Twenty of Bonners Ferry’s most outstanding
junior girls are taking part in this year's
Bonners Ferry Distinguished Young Women
Scholarship Program April 29 at the Becker
Auditorium, and in each of the next four weeks, we'll
introduce you to five of the young women now
preparing for “A Night at the Oscars.”
Our thanks goes out to Picturesque Photography
by Sara for allowing us to share these wonderful
photos.
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Rayan Naylor – Participant #1 |
Rayan Naylor is sponsored by Bonners Ferry
Chamber of Commerce.
Rayan is the daughter of
Roger and Kandy Naylor. She has three brothers,
Shane, RJ, and Luke.
After graduation, Rayan
plans to attend college at Liberty University
and study English and journalism.
Extracurricular activities she enjoys include
National Honor Society, Robotics, Cross Country,
and Honor Choir.
A modern personality that interests Rayan is
Malala, while a historical figure that interests
her is Mother Teresa. Rayan will be singing
"Journey to the Past" from the animated movie,
Anastasia, for the talent portion of the
program.
When asked what makes Rayan most proud of her
generation, she states, “When my generation
believes strongly in something we are very
passionate and proactive in making sure our
voices are heard.” |
Jennica
Branson – Participant #2 |
The Moyie Shrine Club is proud to sponsor
Jennica Branson.
Jennica is the daughter of
Darron and Coral Branson, and has three sisters,
Kayla, Maddie, and Kylie.
Jennica aspires to
attend college where she plans to become an OB
nurse. One historical figure that interests Jennica is Walt Disney.
A few of the extracurricular endeavors that keep
Jennica active include cheerleading,
volunteering as a reading coach, painting, and
spending time with her family. For her talent,
Jennica will be entertaining the crowd with a
lyrical dance.
When asked what makes Jennica least proud of her
generation, she states, “I am least proud my
generation for its sense of entitlement and
acting as if others owe them a favor instead of
being responsible for their own actions and
taking ownership of them.” |
Bailey
Jenkins – Participant #3
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Alta Forest Products is happy to sponsor Bailey
Jenkins.
Bailey is the daughter of Ryan and
Sarah Jenkins. She has one sister, Hope.
Bailey
plans to attend Gonzaga or Eastern Washington
University to pursue a career in forensics. She
participates in cheerleading.
Marilyn Monroe is a historical figure that
fascinates her. For her talent, Bailey will be
reciting a patriotic monologue.
When asked what makes her most proud of her
generation, she states, “We are not afraid to
stand up for what we believe in and we do not
let other peoples’ opinions influence our
decisions." |
Courteney
Facha – Participant #4
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Courteney Facha is sponsored by the Bonners
Ferry Rotary Club.
She is the daughter of Mike Jr. and Dawn Facha.
She has one brother, Hunter, and one sister,
Hannah.
Courteney is unsure of where she would like to
attend college, but plans to study pre-law with
the goal of becoming a private investigator.
In her spare time, Courteney enjoys dancing,
being outdoors, and spending time with her
family. She is also a member of the Badgerettes
Dance Team.
When asked what makes her least proud of her
generation, Courteney cites the lack of face to
face communication. She states, “Everything is
done via social media and I wish more could be
done in person because it has more meaning.” |
Ashlyn
Hittle – Participant #5
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Boundary County Middle School Leadership is
proud to sponsor Ashlyn Hittle.
Ashlyn is the daughter of Spencer and Barbara
Hittle, and has three sisters, Alanna, Amy, and
Amanda.
Ashyln plans to attend college, where she plans
to become a Licensed Practical Nurse and work
abroad. A historical figure that interests
Ashyln is Jesus Christ. A modern personality who
intrigues her is Donald Trump.
A few of the extracurricular endeavors that keep
Ashlyn busy include Badgerettes Dance Team, 4-H,
hiking and traveling. For her talent, Ashyln
will be entertaining the crowd with a rap remix
and lyrical dance.
When asked what makes Ashlyn least proud of her
generation, she states, “What makes me least
proud my generation is the fact that we tend to
cover up our flaws and individualism so we don’t
stick out.” |
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