Misty's Accomplishments

Her Family

Misty was the forth of her six siblings and had a single mother who failed several marriages. This caused financial instability. Copeland moved with her family from Kansas City to San Pedro, California. Her first formal encounter with dance was on the drill team of her middle school. The team’s coach noticed her talent and recommended that she attend ballet classes taught by Cynthia Bradley at the local Boys & Girls Club. Copeland’s natural ability was quickly recognized by Bradley at age 13

"Her contributions to classical ballet and helping to diversify the art form." (Secondary)

"Misty was honored with the Leonore Annenberg Fellowship in the Arts, a two-year fellowship awarded to young artists"(Secondary) She exhibited extraordinary talent.

President Obama appointed Misty to the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition.