Joey in the Spotlight
Name: Joey Jahn
Age: 8
Grade: 3rd
Where were you born?
Kettering, OH
Name of Neighborhood:
Homestead
How long have you lived in the neighborhood?
6 years, almost 7
Where else have you lived?
Kettering, OH
Family members’ names and relationships to you:
Mallory—mommy
Jordan—daddy
Andie—2-year-old sister
Reed—6-year-old brother
Pets:
Nala. She is 1 year old. She is a Labrador retriever. She is crazy, but she can be a cuddle buddy close to nighttime.
What do you like best about school?
Recess. “I’m freeeeeee.” I can also play with my friends who are not in my class.
Share about the activities you are involved in?
I’m a Wee Elks Cheerleader. This is my third year. I’m also working on my back handspring and tumbling in gymnastics class. I also do ballet. I’m in the Nutcracker this year with the Dayton Ballet as a Butterfly. I also play soccer in the spring and would like to try tennis soon.
What would you like to be when you grow up?
I want to be an artist. I like to be creative.
What makes you happy?
The beach! So I can be with my family and have fun!
Describe any talents or special skills you have.
I can do a backflip and a back handspring on the trampoline! I’ve performed in front of thousands of people in the Nutcracker at the Schuster Center.
What do you like to do with your family and friends?
Play board games. Go on trips!
Share about the vacations you've taken?
We go to Anna Maria Island every summer. I’ve been to other beaches, too, and Disney World. Anna Maria Island is my favorite because I get to see a lot of family and friends during the trip.
What accomplishments are you most proud of?
Some hard math, like division. I’m also proud of being a big sister and a friend.
Who are some of your heroes and why?
Dad and mom. They gave me life, give me food and water, and care for me.
Please share some interesting facts about you that not many people know.
I’m a Swiftie!
What’s one wild dream you have that you’d love to achieve one day, no matter how crazy?
I want to try skydiving or ride in a helicopter and see a volcano erupting!