WIT Monarchs Create 2024 Vision Boards

Photos by Nystasha Kelly of Complexion Photography

My vision board helped me to see myself in a positive way.

It made me feel like the sky is the limit for me.

-- WIT Monarch Chassidy Hogan

The Women in Training, Inc. Leadership Development Academy hosted the 2024 Vision Board Party, facilitated by WIT Board Member Tania Johns, on January 6, 2024. Each Monarch, or WIT Young Leader, created a poster board with images and words to describe their intentions for the calendar year. It was an afternoon of bonding between the Monarchs and Moms, and team building among the middle and high school young leaders and adult volunteers.

WIT Board Member Tania Johns; her daughter, Monarch Gabrielle Johns; and Monarch Emerie Hedgspeth with their 2024 Vision Boards.

Ms. Tania Johns, Women in Training, Inc. Board Member, facilitated the Vision Board Party for the Monarchs, or WIT Young Leaders.

Dancer and Choreographer, Michaela "Mikki"McKenzie, a junior at Alabama State University auditioned the Monarchs for a showcase they will perform at the Third Annual WIT Mother-Daughter Brunch being held on March 2, 2024, at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center.

Michaela "Mikki"McKenzie, a junior at Alabama State University, is preparing the Monarchs for a showcase at the Third Annual WIT Mother-Daughter Brunch.

Dancer and Choreographer Michaela "Mikki" McKenzie, posed with the WIT Monarchs at the Vision Board Party in January 2024.

Mrs. Claudia Thomas Mitchell, Montgomery School Board Member, who provided the meeting space for the workshop, stopped in with her granddaughter to greet the WIT Monarchs.

Mrs. Claudia Thomas Mitchell, Member, Montgomery School Board, flanked by her beautiful granddaughter on the left, and WIT President and CEO Adeyela Bennett, on the right.

Special thanks to Ms. Kimberly Caldwell, mother of WIT Monarchs Kacie and Ryleigh Caldwell, for providing administrative support for this and other workshops in November, December and January. Ms. Caldwell is also coordinating the Monarchs' showcase performance at the Third Annual WIT Mother-Daughter Brunch.

Ms. Kimberly Caldwell graciously provides administrative support for the WIT Leadership Development Academy.

Here is what the WIT Monarchs had to say about their visions for 2024:

WIT Co-Founder Breanna Bennett, Junior, The Montgomery Academy: "My vision board represents Black excellence, art, fashion, travel, summer, luxury, staying physically and mentally fit, education, health, and wellness!!!"

WIT Co-Founder Brooke Bennett, Junior, The Montgomery Academy: "My vision for the 2024 year is to be accepted into the university of my choice. And, more importantly, experience ongoing peace."

WIT Founders Brooke and Breanna Bennett at the 2024 Vision Party.

WIT Monarch Kaylana Brazile, Freshman, LAMP Academic Magnet School: "It was alot of fun to sit down with friends, and create our visions for the new year."

WIT Monarch Kaylana Brazile

WIT Monarch Kacie Caldwell, Freshman, Booker T. Washington Arts Magnet School: "I really enjoyed creating my vision for 2024. I can see my plans on this board, and it keeps me motivated!"

WIT Monarch Ryleigh Caldwell, Grade 8, Floyd Middle Magnet School: "The vision board really helped me see what I want to accomplish this year, instead of just guessing along the way."

Ms. Kimberly Caldwell, Kacie and Ryleigh's Mom: "I've done vision boards in the past, and most of my visualizations came to fruition. I'm excited to see us accomplish our 2024 goals."

WIT Monarchs Kacie and Ryleigh create their 2024 vision boards with their mom, Ms. Kimberly Caldwell.

WIT Monarch Emerie Hedgspeth, Junior, Prattville High School: "Anything that is wanted in life must be manifested and prayed over!"

WIT Monarch Emerie Hedgspeth with her 2024 Vision Board.

WIT Monarch Chassidy Hogan, Sophomore, Park Crossing High School: "My vision board helped me to see myself in a positive way. It made me feel like the sky is the limit for me."

Ms. Danielle Hogan, Chassidy's Mom: "My vision board gave me the opportunity to give deep thought for my future, and I must say my future is BRIGHT!!!"

WIT Monarch Chassidy Hogan, on the left, with WIT President and CEO Adeyela Bennett, and WIT Monarch Aurie Portis.

WIT Monarch Finn McKenny, Junior, Booker T. Washington Arts Magnet School: "Success should never be acheved by oneself, but in the company of those you love."

Ms. Courtney McKenny, Finn's Mom: "I had a wonderful time working on my vision board with the Monarchs! They are such an inspirational group of young women!"

WIT Monarch Finn McKenny, on the left, with her older sister and mother.

WIT Board Member Tania Johns, with WIT Monarch Emerie Hedgspeth, on the left, and WIT Monarch Gabrielle Johns, on the right.

WIT Monarch Jordyn Spooney, Junior, Brewbaker Technology Magnet School, with her mother, Dr. Patricia Ray.

WIT Vice President Bradley Bennett brought copies of the Dartmouth alumni magazine for the WIT Monarchs to clip photos for their vision boards.

From left to right: WIT Co-Founder Breanna Bennett, WIT President and CEO Adeyela Bennett, WIT Co-Founder Brooke Bennett, and WIT Monarch Amiyah-Sarea Goshton working on their 2024 vision boards.

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