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Reese, is 25. They are both from Kings Mountain. Said Chad Sr. recently via email, “They attended the Tim Tebow Night to Shine event in Crouse, N.C., at Anthony Grove Baptist Church, on Feb. 10, 2023, and this event (took) place worldwide!

As you can see, these two young people, who both have Down Syndrome, wore classy, matching, purple outfits.”

Mr. Gunter continued, “When they arrived, they walked a red carpet with many on-lookers clapping and cheering, giving them the special treatment they deserve. All the participants were given the royal treatment.”

Chad Sr. noted the two young folks danced the evening away to the music played by a live DJ, and the floor even cleared, he said, for them to dance to Michael Jackson’s epic tune, “Thriller.”

Additionally, Mr. Gunter noted they had delicious snacks and refreshments and got to ride in a luxurious stretch limo. “Moreover, they had their pictures made in a photo booth. Each boy was given a crown and each girl was given a tiara,” he added.

Chad Gunter, Jr. said of his “Night to Shine” memory, “I had the best time at the prom. Katie is the love of my life and I gave my heart to her.”

For her part, Ms. Katie Reese said, “I had a great time, and my favorite (part) was the music and dancing.”

Katie’s mother, Diane Reese, noted, “I was impressed with the obvious amount of time and effort

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1995. “I received my Child Development and Family Relations degree from UNC-Greensboro and my teaching certificate from Belmont Abbey College. Since then, I have been teaching Kindergarten at North Elementary School for many, many years! “

“I later went on to receive my master’s degree from Appalachian State University along with my National Board certification,” she said.

“I am so proud to be a