Tag: Louisiana teen
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The inspiring journey of 14-year-old Zaila Avant-garde, the first Black winner of the Scripps National Spelling Bee in 2021. From her basketball Guinness World records to triumphing against the odds, discover how she aims to inspire future generations…
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