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Congratulations on your debut tonight! We have been so blessed to watch you grow and mature over these past years
personally, spiritually, and academically. You are such a beautiful, confident, and talented young lady. We are so proud
of you and can’t wait to see the fruit of what god has bestowed upon you. You are independent and head strong, but
i know that’s what you need in order to embrace your future. Know that you can do all things through Christ, which
strengthens you.
Go ahead and shine baby girl!!!!
Love you always and forever no matter what,
Mom and Dad

I am amazed that tonight i am going to watch you be presented as a debutante. I still remember when you would beg
me to do your hair before you go to school and now you are doing your own make-up and hair. You have truly grown
into a beautiful and caring black woman. I am beyond proud of everything you have accomplished. When you find
yourself under so much pressure you aren’t sure how to go on please always remember diamonds are created with
pressure.

Love you always and keep your secrets forever,
Urayah amour

Sistah o’ mine,

You are such an inspiration to me. Your charmisma, intelligence, and ambition are all qualities that you possess in
abundance and give confidence that you will be extremely successful in life. One thing I noticed about you is that you
have a constant ability to excel in everything you try. I am beyond excited to see what the future has in store for you.
Always remember that I am here for you no matter what and god is too. I love you and I am so honored to call you my
little sister. Never forget the future is yours.
Love,
Lauren - Debutante 2013

Debutante Kayla Alani Bellow

Miss Kayla Alani Bellow, daughter of Leonard and LaTanya Bellow, is presented by her father. She is a junior
at Moreau Catholic High School in Hayward, California. At Moreau, Kayla is a member of the Moreau Catholic
High Track Team. She is an active member of Jack and Jill of America Inc., Tri-Valley chapter, and currently
serves as the Regional Teen Protocol Chair. Kayla loves to read and enjoys novels especially those surrounding
issues facing the African American Community. She enjoys music and plays the piano, the guitar and has a
powerful singing voice. She was been selected as a choir member for the American Choral Associations 2016
conference that was held in Pasadena, California. There she joined 200 students in multiple performances
lead by Grammy Award winning choral directors. Upon graduation, Kayla plans to attend a four-year university
majoring Digital Technology.

Miss Kayla Alani Bellow is escorted by Mr. Clevester Hines, III

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