Born and raised in New Iberia. Linda is a person
who wears many hats.
Mother, Nurse, RRT!
Mrs. Linda in her spare time loves reading
books, gardening, and spending time with her
beloved dog Marshall!
Ms. Katelyn Ray was born and raised in New Iberia with a
love for dance.
Katelyn graduated from Paige’s Dance
And Cheer Studio in 2015 with 12 years of
ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop, Katelyn also
completed 2 years of pointe, 3 years of marching with
the Louisiana Gold Girls (1 year being Co-Captain),
and 4 years of student teaching.
Ms Katelyn has been dancing for 19 years and she looks
forward to a lifetime of dance.
Ms. Shalayia Powers was born and raised in New
Iberia with a love for cheer and tumbling.
Shalayia is 20 years old & this is her second year
teaching acrobatics at DTDA.
Shalayia cheered at NISH & participated in dance/
gymnastics for three years. Shalayia is a fulltime
student at UNO majoring in Film. Shalayia plans on
becoming a screenwriter.
Shalayia tumbling motto is Don’t make excuses.
Make Progress