Laurel Civic’s Alumni
Our alumni share their personal journey with Laurel Civic
After graduating, she moved to Jacksonville, FL where she taught as an elementary math teacher for six years. In 2019 she was named Teacher of the Year. Currently, LaShawnda is working on the KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools regional team as the Manager and Instructional Coach of the teacher fellowship program.
I currently work for Sarasota Sherriff Department, have a master’s degree in administration and served four years in the United States Marine Corp.
I learned a lot about job skill training and the type of jobs I could do in the future, which lead to my enlisting in the Navy. I’m currently in the Navy as an E-3 or Seaman, and my rate is a Fire Controlman.
Thanks to Mr. John and staff, I was shown no matter the circumstances or where I came from, I can achieve greatness and I know I have the love and support of my community. Attending the Laurel Civic provided me with a sense of security, introduced me to amazing people and overall shaped me to be the best version of myself.
At 21, I have graduated from high school and I am currently work as a full-time office administrator for GenerX Generators. I am a mother of one happy, healthy 2 year old boy and plan to go back to school this upcoming year to become an elementary school teacher.
Now I am at Mattisons City Grille, about to go full time in January right after my 25th birthday. I have a career because of what I did and Laurel Civics' inspiration. COVID caused a little hiatus from me being in the food industry, but I bounced back.
While in high school I worked my way up to become President of the Growing Strong STEM’s team to lead the group in helping the young 1st – 8th grade students that attended the Homework Assistance program introducing them to LEGO engineering projects. Now, I’m at one of the best colleges in the nation, Williams College studying Computer Science in hopes of developing programs that are accessible and beneficial for everyone.
While I was a student, LCA provided a ton of programs and created opportunities for all ages. Because of the access to so many outlets, anyone that was a part or participated was very fortunate. LCA has impacted the lives of so many and I am grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of such a wonderful program.
I am currently residing in Tallahassee, Fla as a small business owner name Lee Mcknight Creates providing hair care, makeup and photography services. I'm also a mother of 2 Messíah & MarLeigh.Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Well over a decade has passed since the Laurel Civic Association welcomed me with open arms. Since then, I’ve graduated from Williams College and now work for a global investment management firm.
I currently own my own barbecue business “M&M BBQ and Soul,” in which Laurel Civic has helped me out with when needed. Overall, I feel Laurel Civic has helped me and my children to become more independent in the world today, what a great program they have.
Specifically, the financial literacy program taught me money management, which has guided me in opening my own business without any sort of financial assistance.
Currently I am serving my 7th year in the Air Force as a Fuel/Cryo Tech having just moved back to the states after being overseas for the past 5 years. I'm currently stationed at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona.