An African American teenager, attending a predominately white high school, is in danger of compromising her self-worth when her principal offers her an opportunity that will change her life.
Social & External
The people behind it
Sumayah Chappelle
Jasmine
Meka Reed
Ms. Tonya Foster
Toya Turner
Gwen McCoy
Malin Barr
Principal Julie
Bianca Stone
Ms. Collins
Ameenah Chappelle
Jasmine's Younger Sister
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