Kelanie is 14 years old and currently an 8th grader at STEM Academy. She has been a Club member for four years, and loves attending because “it’s a fun place to be.” Kelanie has been selected as our Face of Great Futures this month because “she is an amazing leader and respectful to all. She never hesitates to help out when a staff asks. Kelanie completely embodies every Club value we ask our members to follow, and we just love having her at Club,” stated Miss Lexi, teen center site coordinator. Let’s get to know Kelanie!
Who do you live with? My mom, uncle, brother, two sisters, a bearded dragon named Sunset, and a dog named Demon.
How do you like to spend your free time? Chilling with my friends at Club, running, and volleyball.
What are you good at? Volleyball and ELA.
What do you like most about yourself? I’m caring.
What makes you feel happy or proud? Doing stuff with my mom.
What’s your favorite thing to learn in school? Least favorite? ELA is my favorite, and Math is my least favorite.
What do you want to be when you grow up? Interior Designer.
Best thing that’s ever happened to you? Changing my last name.
Favorite place you’ve ever been? Mall of America.
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go? Hawaii.
Favorite food? Chicken alfredo.
Favorite color? Pink, because it’s always been my favorite color.
Most important thing you have learned so far in life? Pick the right friends.
Advice for younger Club kids? Listen to staff.
If you had 3 wishes, what would they be? 1) Go to Arizona with family, 2) create my own business, and 3) have endless clothes.
We love having Kelanie as part of our Boys & Girls Club family and we’re excited to watch her grow up to do GREAT things!
For more information about our youth programs and how to sign up, visit our Join the Club page!
