Fayetteville Future Black History Makers: Meet Lyrik Manuel
Lyrik Shaunice Manuel, 13, the daughter of Psoma McMillan and Shaun and Taccarra Manuel and great-granddaughter of Ethlyn Holden Baker, is in seventh grade at Gray’s Creek Middle School.
She/he was nominated as a Fayetteville Observer Future Black History Maker because “Lyrik’s participation in the school chorus, her desire/try-out to be on the school’s basketball team, her future plans to become involved in various team sports and her involvement in church activities are evidences of her leadership and teamwork abilities,” writes her great-grandmother, Ethelyn Holden Baker, who nominated her. “Because of her loving and pleasing personality, she is well-liked and accepted by all who know her. The kindness she displays, her willingness to volunteer for various church activities and the compassionate connection she has with toddlers and young children have inspired parents to ask her to ‘baby-sit’. Lyrik is proud that her father is the grand-nephew of a direct descendant of William Lomack, a free Black man, who fought in the American Revolutionary War in the 1770s. As one who loves reading and works hard to reach academic excellence, Lyrik has displayed a scientific mind since early childhood. Her empathy and her interest in science indicate that she has a desire to follow in her mother’s footsteps into the field of health care.”
Here’s what else you should know about Lyrik.
All about Lyrik
What’s your favorite subject in school? Science
What do you want to be when you grow up? A lawyer
Do you have any hobbies? What do you like to do for fun? Sing and create art, paint, drawings, make TikToks
What are you really good at doing? Winning!!! And being a great friend. I’m great at singing!!!
What’s your favorite thing about yourself? I love that I listen to different kinds of music and not just what people expect.
Who is your role model? My grandma
If you could meet any famous person, who would it be and why? Rihanna because she’s my favorite artist and I mostly listen to her old music.
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? Dubai because it’s warmer there than in the U.S.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be and how would you use it? Flying because I would love to see the world from a new perspective.
What’s your favorite movie or TV show? “The Nightmare Before Christmas”
If you could eat one thing every day, what would it be? Salad
See the full list: Meet our 29 Future Black History Makers of Fayetteville for 2024
What her parents say
What makes your child a Future Black History Maker? Lyrik’s dedication to helping her peers and growing in the liberal arts field gives her a base to become the best lawyer she can be.
Why are you proud of your child? Lyrik is the most lovable and caring person! She tries her absolute best at everything she does, helps when she can and never asks for anything
Responses have been edited for style and grammar.
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