Sponsor:
Tallahassee Democrat, Tallahassee, Florida

Age, Grade:
16, Eighth Grade

School:
Fairview Middle School, Tallahassee, Florida

Profile:
Gianna is a gifted performer who is active in chorus and drama at her school. She has received superior ratings in solo and ensemble competitions with her choir. An honor roll student, Gianna has been repeatedly recognized by the governor of Florida for her Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test scores. Gianna is an avid book collector who hopes to become a writer.