Julia is a hard working fourteen year old freshman at Walter Payton High School.  She began dancing when she was 2.5 years old and has been dancing with Extensions Dance Company for the last 6 years. Julia is passionate about dance because she enjoys expressing herself, working creatively, and using her artistic voice to grow and learn. Her favorite dance styles are ballet and contemporary.  Julia is extremely grateful for Lizzie MacKenzie and all the faculty at Extensions for inspiring her and providing her with many opportunities! She is very thankful for the way they push her to grow and reach her full potential! When Julia is not dancing, she enjoys baking and bike riding. Julia finds the following quote both interesting and relatable – “A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.” -Franklin D Roosevelt