Future Black History Makers: Meet Lawrence Smalls a fourth-grader at Owen Elementary

Lawrence Smalls III, 9, the son of Lawrence and Aritia Smalls, is in fourth grade at William H. Owen Elementary School.

He was nominated as a Future Black History Maker because " Little Lawrence, as we like to call him, embodies so many great leadership qualities," writes his mom, Aritia Smalls, who nominated him. "Although he doesn't often see it himself, we are certain that his strong will and sense of justice will make a way for him in the world. Lawrence uses his voice to speak up for others. He wants to do what is right and fair and will advocate for those who are mistreated."

Here's what else you should know about Lawrence.

All about Lawrence

What's your favorite subject in school? Science and English.

What do you want to be when you grow up? Helicopter pilot.

Do you have any hobbies? What do you like to do for fun? Reading, everything Pokemon and soccer.

What are you really good at doing? Reading and puzzles.

What's your favorite thing about yourself? My brain!

Who is your role model? My dad.

If you could meet any famous person, who would it be and why? Any author that's written a book that I have read. I want to write a book one day.

If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? Somewhere with nice beaches. I want to hang out and swim.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be and how would you use it? Telekinesis, so I can move things. I would make all of my soccer goals.

What's your favorite movie or TV show? "Pokemon the Series: XYZ" (TV)

If you could eat one thing every day, what would it be? Popsicles or pizza!

See the full list: Meet our 29 Future Black History Makers of Fayetteville for 2024

What his parents say

What makes your child a Future Black History Maker? Lawrence sees the world in his own way. We believe that his unique perspective will allow him to solve problems and find answers that will impact any community that he is a part of.

Why are you proud of your child? Lawrence is willing to try things. He is courageous and he puts himself out there to learn. He is a bright boy with a lot of ideas.

Responses have been edited for style and grammar.

This article originally appeared on The Fayetteville Observer: Fayetteville Future Black History Makers: Meet Lawrence Smalls