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Neeyah F. ’26
To me, being Black means honoring my ancestor’s struggles and resilience. Being Black also means working hard to overcome all adversities so that I achieve my fullest potential.”
Neeyah is a Seventh Grade student at The Bush School. Her favorite class is history because she "enjoys learning about different civilizations and cultures and how they thrived, and having a better understanding of the world we live in.” In her spare time, Neeyah enjoys playing volleyball, baking, reading, volunteering, and family movie and game nights.
When asked about her role models, Neeyah said, “Michelle and Barack Obama are my role models. Michelle is a strong woman who doesn’t take no for an answer. She fights for what is right and makes sure she is heard. Barack made history by pushing through the tough times and kept going when others didn’t believe in him. I aspire to cultivate these qualities and achieve great things just like they did.” Neeyah says she will help change the world by speaking up and proving that the color of our skin should not make us less worthy of our lives. She said, “The world celebrates me by recognizing that I am a unique individual with a rich history and a bright future.
The Bush School is an independent, coeducational day school located in Seattle, WA enrolling 715 students in grades K–12. The mission of The Bush School is to spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities.
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