Lane Tech High School | Age 17
Shayna
Bio
Awards & Recognitions
- NEW YORK CITY DANCE ALLIANCE TOP 10 SENIOR SOLOIST 2025
- NEW YORK CITY DANCE ALLIANCE OUTSTANDING DANCER RUNNER UP 2024, FINALIST 2021 AND 2023
- NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY AND PRINCIPAL'S HONOR ROLL AT LANE TECH
- EXD CHOREOGRAPHY PROJECT PIECE SELECTED FOR SHOWCASE 2023 AND 2024
Shayna is excited to embark on her sixth year with Extensions Dance Company. From a young age, she discovered her passion for dance and fell in love with its artistry and expression. She thrives in a variety of dance styles, embracing the challenges that refine her technique and deepen her artistic growth. Beyond the studio, Shayna’s dedication extends to her academics, volunteer work, and extracurricular involvement at her high school. She holds deep appreciation for Lizzie MacKenzie and Jackie Nowicki, whose guidance and creativity provide transformative experiences that continue to shape her as a dancer. Shayna is also grateful to the entire Extensions faculty for their unwavering support in helping her reach her full potential and flourish as an artist.

