Booker T Washington High School Reflection

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I was selected to attend Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts as a freshman in the dance conservatory four years ago. In that time the rigorous artistic and academic environment that this school encourages has enabled me to explore my passion for dance, while also expanding my understanding of the world by participating in advanced academic coursework. The faculty at Booker T. Washington has helped mold me into the artist I am through constant corrections and encouragement. By taking the highest level of classes that my school offers and maintaining active membership in many of my school’s academic and community service based clubs I have been successful in continuously challenging myself. I hold officer positions

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