Tika will be a 2026 graduate of Fargo South High School in Fargo, North Dakota, and is actively involved as an academic coach with the Legacy Children’s Foundation while also working as a CNA at Sanford Health. A core value that guides her life is working hard and never giving up, believing that dedication and persistence help her overcome challenges and reach her goals. Tika’s most influential mentor is MJ, who believed in her, encouraged her to step beyond her comfort zone, and helped her grow into a confident community leader. She hopes to leave a positive mark through service by helping and supporting others and making a meaningful difference in her community.