BGEC dancers win awards at national contest

The Bobcats from Miami Lakes triumphed in mouse territory when they competed in Orlando at the Contest of Champions Nationals dance contest on Feb. 28. Bob Graham Education Center dance team won first place for ensemble dance, making them national champions for their school category. Dancers Eva Oliveras and Jasmine Uz placed third for the duet category. Shown above, left to right, back row: Mayri Martinez, coach; Daniella Maldonado; Carolina Tejera; Laila Rasheed; Mariana Moreno; Krystal Martinez; Jessica Campos and Maylin Picos. Middle row: Elyssa Saldana; Nicole Salas; Gabriella Arencibia; Ailanys Perez; Angeline Vargas; Alexa Pabon and Camila Gonzalez. Front row: Eva Oliveras; Krystina Martinez; Izabella Lopez and Jasmine Uz. Photo courtesy of the school.