Growing up, I wanted to be a dolphin trainer. But when I figured out engaging with audiences and mc-ing the Sea World show wasn’t actually the job, I decided to pursue a career in the performing arts instead. After 10 years in New York City and performing across the country I returned to my hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada. I entered the classroom and began to work with young people to help them find themselves in their stories. Collaborating with young people to reimagine the way they see the world and the limitless possibilities of their future has been at the center of all of my experiences. And while training dolphins is no longer at the top of my list – I remain open to new possibilities for collaboration in our community.