Jadon James, 13, son of Jennifer James Morrow, is in eighth grade at Southview Middle School.
He was nominated as a future Black History Maker because “I met Jadon last year when he was in the play ‘Matilda’ at Cape Fear Regional Theater as Bruce,” wrote Jennifer Beck, an educational coach for the district. “He was amazing. I learned later that he was an honor student at the school in addition to being an athlete. He was on the school's wrestling team, a football coach, and played football at AAU. I was amazed at the way he was helping his brother.” His sports and school work every time I was around him. Jadon has big dreams for his future and I am excited to see all his dreams come true.”
Here's what you should know about Jadon
It's all about Jadon
What is your favorite subject in school? mathematics.
What do you want to be when you grow up? actor.
Do you have any hobbies? What do you like to do for fun? Singing and acting.
What are you really good at? Singing and acting.
What is your favorite thing about yourself? My voice.
who is your idol? My mom.
If you could meet any famous person, who would it be and why? Michael B. Jordan so I can congratulate him on his success.
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? New York for work.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be and how would you use it? It will be a vocal scream and I will use it when I need to protect myself.
What is your favorite movie or TV show? “We can be champions.”
If you could eat one thing every day, what would it be? Chinese food
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What do his parents say?
What makes your child a future black history maker? Jadon is a natural leader. His leadership and ability to captivate audiences in anything he does is what makes him a future black history maker to me. The way he thinks and makes things happen regardless of the struggles he may face also makes him a future black history maker. He will literally make something out of nothing and it will be amazing!
Why are you proud of your child? I'm proud of the young man Jadon has grown up to be. I'm proud that he doesn't let other people's thoughts or negativity stop him from achieving his goals. (Whether he's) playing a sport, singing a song, or acting in a play, he gives it his all and helps those around him reach maximum success even if it means dimming his light so they have a chance to shine!
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