Chaasad-Yah Weldon taking a picture in a mirror.
What’s your name?
Chaasad-Yah Weldon
Where are you from?
I’m from Brooklyn, New York and moved to Stroudsburg when I was five.
What is 1 fun fact about yourself? (2-3 sentences)
My name is Hebrew for God’s Mercy. ¨Chaasad¨ means Mercy, and “-Yah” means god.
What are your future plans after high school?
I want to attend F.I.T (Fashion Institution of Technology) while minoring in business/entrepreneurship to become a fashion designer and business mogul.
What is your passion in life
A passion of mine is sewing and creating new ways to improve the fashion industry, making it more inclusive so people can feel seen. I do this through my fashion design sketches. There aren’t a lot of black women in this industry, so I want to be an influential black woman that little black girls can look up to.
What is your greatest accomplishment so far?
Honestly I am currently happy with where I am now and I’m excited to see what I accomplish in the future.
What social stigma does society need to get over?
We need to grow as a society when it comes to topics of racism and colorism.
What is your favorite class in SHS?
I love French II with Madame Verewey.
Who are your favorite teachers and why?
I love Miss Vail. She is so sweet, easy to talk to, and relatable. I feel like I can talk to her about anything going on and my feelings are heard; without feeling judged for it.
