05/09/2026
What an unforgettable and transformative day at our 2026 Elevate H.E.R. (Honor. Empower. Renew.) event. đâ¨
On behalf of Dreams2Reality Endeavors and Hillsborough County Public Schoolsâ Teen Parent Program, THANK YOU to every guest, community partner, volunteer, supporter, sponsor, educator, and advocate who poured into this mission and helped make this experience so impactful for our young mothers and their children.
Elevate H.E.R. is more than an eventâit is a celebration of resilience, growth, courage, and purpose. It is a reminder that motherhood does not end dreamsâit gives birth to new purpose, deeper determination, and generational impact.
This yearâs event was filled with love, encouragement, inspiration, empowerment, and community. Because of your support, our young mothers were reminded that they are seen, valued, supported, and capable of achieving greatness.
A very special thank you to our incredible guest speaker, Qiahna Williams, for delivering such a powerful, heartfelt, and inspiring message. Your words uplifted the room, ignited confidence, and reminded every young woman present that her story still holds limitless potential.
We also want to honor our amazing event host and HCPS Teen Parent Program Supervisor, Niki Lockett, whose grace, leadership, warmth, compassion, and unwavering dedication continue to make a lasting impact on the lives of so many young mothers throughout our community. Your heart for service and commitment to empowerment shine through everything you do.
Huge shoutout to the culinary departments at Sickles High School and Spoto High School for their incredible support and contributions to this special day. Your talent, professionalism, and generosity helped create an unforgettable experience for everyone in attendance.
And CONGRATULATIONS to A. P. Leto High School SGA for winning the Annual Teen Parent Diaper Drive Championship Trophy and officially becoming the 2026 District Champions! đđ We are already hearing plans for a repeat championship next yearâand we love that energy!
We also extend our deepest appreciation to the dedicated staff of the HCPS Teen Parent Program for the work you do daily to uplift, encourage, educate, and support these extraordinary young women. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom.
To all of our distinguished guests from Hillsborough County Public Schools, community leaders, partners, and supportersâthank you for believing in this mission and standing beside us as we continue to empower lives, strengthen families, and create pathways to brighter futures.
Together, we are changing lives.
Together, we are building legacy.
Together, we continue to Elevate H.E.R. đ
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