Chaparral Middle School

Suzanne Bowman Williams is an accomplished author and former elementary school teacher with over 30 years of experience in Southern California. Her debut children's book, It All Started in Africa, aims to educate young readers about African American history while inspiring them to make positive life choices. In her work, Williams shares the true story of her family's ancestry, tracing their journey from Africa to the escape from slavery of her ancestors, Henry and Sallie. Through engaging storytelling and interactive discussion questions, she encourages children to reflect on their own lives and the impact they can have on their communities. Generated from the website

Viva Performing Arts Center is a dance studio serving Tucson's Southside area. Based in Tucson, Ariz., it is a dance and music school that teaches a variety of dance forms, such as Mexican folklorico, ballet tap, jazz, hip-hop, voice and Zumba fitness. The studio features floating dance floors and spacious waiting rooms. Viva Performing Arts Center also offers a year-end recital at a local theater and offers its students with the opportunity to demonstrate their accomplishments.