Doting on daughters

I am writing on behalf of my fifth-grade daughter, Jordynn Diane Lassiter. Jordynn attends Signal Hill Elementary and has been voted Most Inspiring Student. This is an award that is given to just one student each year. Jordynn was diagnosed with sickle-cell disease at birth and though there are times she is hospitalized for extreme pain, has had blood transfusions and even a minor surgery at such a young age, this has not stopped Jordynn’s determination. Academically, Jordynne is on target. Even when she is admitted to the hospital, she always requests class [work] and homework. She is a great daughter, sister and friend.
Jordynn, despite some challenges, is very athletic. She is in sports year round at Signal Hill Park, coming off a great season with the Signal Hill Swoop basketball team led by coach Ebony. Jordynn is excited about indoor soccer that will start in a few weeks. She will be graduating this year and going on to attend the brand-new Nelson Middle School.
I am very proud and honored to be a mother to such a wonderful little lady. I am also very proud to say that her sister, Terica Birdine, also received this award, Most Inspring Student, back in 2009 from Signal Hill Elementary and will also be graduating eighth grade this year from Mary Butler with honors [and is also] a big part of the sports program in this city.

Maleka Long
Signal Hill