Sisters graduate together … gives mother a big kiss

sisters graduate

Sister Takeasha D. Johnson Vann and Zaqeah C. Johnson have proven sisters that bond and share similar dreams and goals can accomplish them together. Takeasha and Zaqeah both completed a milestone in each of their lives. Both graduated on June 14, 2013 from Athem’s Career College. Takeasha received an associate’s degree in Medical Billing and Coding while her baby sister, Zaqueah received an associate’s degree as a Medical Assistant. Zaqeah graduated with honors with a GPA of 3.75.  “Now does that prove she’s the smarter sister? You figure it out,” said a friend. The sister’s mother Janice M. Johnson, said, “The love shared between these two will move mountains.” The proud father of the graduates, James E. Johnson, said, “Congratulations Takeasha and Zaqeah on a job well done.” In the photograph above Takeasha and Zaqeah, flank their mother, giving her a big kiss.

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