Kindergarten to High School...
Ebony Mercer
High School Graduate
Ebony Mercer
has truly
set the example, not only for her three brothers and two sisters but also
for her extended siblings at Loaves and Fishes. I have watched what once
was a shy, timid little girl grow up to be a well spoken, uplifting,
intelligent, goal minded, determined, young lady. I have been a part of
her journey here at Loaves and Fishes and have truly enjoyed the ride.
Ebony has always been
a great student. No matter what obstacle came her way, she would remain
positive. Any work you asked her to do, you could guarantee it would be
neat and precise. I can also count on her to do the right thing even when
no one is looking because being trust worthy is a trait that she wants to
carry. Although she’s had to work hard to stay focused and ahead, she’s
done it with little to no complaints. I say all these things just to let
you know she has truly earned all the great things she has coming her way.
We have all been so excited about Ebony Mercer this
year because she has been a student at Loaves and Fishes since she was in
kindergarten. Ebony graduated from Southeast Raleigh High School on May
26, 2006 and we are thrilled that she has been accepted to the University
of North Carolina at Chapel Hill!
At our end of the year celebration, Ebony read
something she had written to her fellow students about Loaves and Fishes.
Here is some of what she wrote: “My journey as a student at Loaves and
Fishes began thirteen years ago. I was here when my mom dressed me in
polka-dot shirts and stirrup pants. I was here when all the kids that were
in LAF lived in Halifax Court. I remember when we got on a plane and flew
to Disney World and I can’t forget the trips to Emerald Pointe Water
Park or having fun with the staff. There are so many fun days to think of,
but there are also those days when you would rather be at home running
around with your friends or watching TV or just sleeping. We all have
those days but we get past them because we know that there are plenty of
kids who wish they were in our place. Because in our place we have so many
advantages. We have so many opportunities presented to us to get us to
that higher level. We have so many people who actually care and want to
see us succeed. That is why I stayed here until the end. Once in a while,
you should just stop and say “Thank You” and show your appreciation.
Because, with the help of Loaves and Fishes, Kendra went to NC Central,
Anqwan went to NC A&T and I am going to Carolina! Where are you going to
go?”
Many people offered loving support to Ebony in the last
thirteen years….
On behalf of Ebony and all of our students, Thank You!
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