Beauty and a joyful personality can do wonders. Abigail is a beautiful model and a talented actor with a radiating cheerful personality. She is a caring teenager who wants to promote skills of people with disabilities. Her “extra chromosome” does not hold her back from enjoying a typical teenager life. Cheerleading, gymnastics, and girl scouts are amongst her favorite activities. She has been a fashion model for Macy’s summer fashion show and has been a featured model for Ladies Home Journal. She has demonstrated her talent of acting in various plays. We are proud of Abigail’s remarkable achievements and numerous talents.

How was your experience as a fashion model at Macy’s Summer Fashion Show?A: It was Awesome! My favorite part was spending time with my friends and modeling on the runway. I loved having them put on my makeup! Macy's let me pick out a dress to model and then I got to keep the dress!

Can you tell us more about your role in Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” play? What is the most challenging part of performing in front of a live audience?A:  I played Miranda. They wanted me to memorize my lines. That was hard. Acting is fun!

You have been a cheerleader for 10 years. What do you love about cheer leading?A: I really love learning the cheers and the stunts. Learning the new routines makes me feel confident and brave.

How do you manage to balance your studies, hobbies and other activities?A: I am really not sure. My mom helps me schedule things.

Who is your favorite model/actress?A: That's easy! Ariana Grande and Dove Cameron. Ariana Grande is too much for my mom. She doesn't like how she dresses.

What are your other hobbies?A: I used to play soccer. Now I do gymnastics, swimming, Girl Scouts, listen to music, watch TV, and hanging with my friends. I also like going to the movies.

What is your favorite place to visit?A: My favorite place to go is to visit my friends. Where I really want to go is Hollywood to meet the stars and make my dreams come true.

What do you like to do when you are with your friends?A:  We like to go get frozen yogurt, dress up, I love to do make up and have sleep overs and play dates.

What advice would you give to kids with down syndrome who are attending school?A: Relax, be brave, and be yourself. Don't think everyone is smarter than you. Be brave and don't give up. Have faith in you and have love in you. Have Jesus in your heart.

Any special message for our community?A: If someone is bullying you, quick grab an adult. Be beautiful inside and out. If you are grounded don't throw your toys.