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The Journey

My name is Deja Leflore, and I am originally from Carthage, Mississippi, but currently live in Brandon. I am a junior at Northwest Rankin High School and an all-A student who is actively involved in several organizations, including BETA Club, National Honor Society, Student Government Association, Northwest Rankin Business Academy, DECA, and Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy. I also participate in school-sponsored service events, such as assisting with campus beautification efforts and helping host events for students with special needs.

Beyond school, I am deeply committed to serving my community and have completed more than 230 volunteer hours during my first two years of high school. My volunteer experiences include assisting children with learning exhibits and summer camps at the Mississippi Children’s Museum, participating in needs drives to support children and families through Canopy Children’s Solutions, and feeding the homeless with my church family. I am also a member of Youth Leadership Rankin Class of 2026-2027 through my local Chamber of Commerce, where I have the opportunity to learn more about local and state government. My career goal is to become a defense attorney, which has inspired my interest in studying Political Science and English in college.

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Academic Excellence
Education
Northwest Rankin High School Flowood, MS | Graduation May 2028
Spelman College | College Prep Institute | June 2026
Mississippi Court of Appeals | Appellate Law Camp | June 2025, July 2026
Honors & Societies
All A Honor Roll

Recognized for consistent academic excellence and high achievement in all core courses.

National Honor Society

Active member of the National Honor Society, demonstrating exemplary academics, leadership and community service.

BETA Club

Active member of the BETA Club, a testament to exceptional academic potential.

Student Government Association

Junior Representative leadership role within the Student Government Association, fostering student engagement.

Awards & Recognition

Distinguished Service Award | 2025, 2026
All A Honor Roll Award | 2026
Canopy Youth Ambassador Award | 2025, 2026
Citizenship Award | 2026
Appellate Law Day Camp Certificate | 2025, 2026
Finalist DECA State Competition | 2026
A B Honor Roll Award | 2025
1st Place DECA District Competition | 2025

Leadership & Community Service

Rankin County Chamber, Brandon, MS (2026, 2027) 
Youth Leadership Rankin Class of 2026 – 2027

Mississippi Children’s Museum, Jackson, MS (2025, 2026)
Museum Volunteer and Ultra Fun Officer (UFO)

Canopy Children’s Solutions, Jackson, MS (2025, 2026)
Youth Ambassador

True Vine Baptist Church, Brandon, MS (2024, 2025, 2026)
Youth Council and Angels of Virtue Dance Ministry

Junior League of Jackson, Jackson, MS (2025, 2026)
Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service Volunteer

Northwest Rankin High School, Flowood, MS (2024, 2025, 2026)
School Volunteer
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