AALIYAH

Aaliyah is a bright and ambitious young teen. She has a deep love for science, reading, and creativity. She enjoys participating in STEM-related activities, including science fairs and UIL contests, where she can explore her passion for experiments and learning.
Aaliyah is also artistic; she loves to draw and do crafts in her free time. Lately, she has taken an interest in make-up and enjoys getting her nails done. During the summer, she likes to be outdoors, fishing and swimming. Aaliyah dreams of attending college and pursuing a degree in STEM, where she can continue to grow her knowledge and talents.
Her Hispanic culture is important to her, and she cherishes family traditions, especially celebrating Christmas with bunuelos, tamales and menudo. She has a close bond with her siblings and values family connections.
When asked what family would be a good fit for her, she stated, "People who love me, a family with a mom and dad. People who care for me, who are nice to me and who will allow me to visit and talk to my biological family."