Mirlanda

Mirlanda

Mirlanda is Chika’s older sister, and joined us at the Mission in 2017. Shy and a bit reserved until she knows you better, Mirlanda is sweet, smart, and competitive. Mirlanda likes to read, and her favorite book is “Greek Gods.” Math is a favorite subject, and she’s thinking about becoming a doctor or a dancer when she grows up. 

Nikenson

Nikenson

Nickname: Ishka

Nickenson is bold, daring, and adventurous. He is, at heart, an innovator, using his imagination and resourcefulness to do origami upcycle trash into new items, like wings out of a cardboard box and toy cars from plastic bottles and cans. Nickenson is very musical and enjoys playing the piano and drums. When he grows up he would like to be an artist, an engineer, or a gymnast. His favorite subjects in school are taxonomy, engineering (wood working), and math. He likes to play soccer and basketball.

Danois

Danois

Play the right music, and you’ll catch Danois busting a move—and really well at that. His lightness in the foot is also on display when he plays soccer, as he’s handily the best player at the Mission. He hopes to become a professional soccer player. He is currently learning how to play the bass. His favorite subjects are science and taxonomy.

Enolyka

Enolyka

Enolyka is an incredible dancer and a multiple spelling bee champion. One of her favorite subject is science. She is a great role model and enjoys playing with the younger kids at the mission. When she grows up she would like to be a Fashion Designer. 

Cinlove

Cinlove

Nickname: C-Love

As affectionate as her nickname, Cinlove is a warm, gentle spirit. She would consider herself to be an introvert. Her favorite subject in school is Science because she would like to become a Physical Therapist and work with kids who are blind. In her free time she likes to bake, write, and draw. In the future she would like to travel to Columbia.