Speaker, performer Jesse Smith visits Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School

030423.N.BP.JESSESMITH1.jpg — Motivational speaker and performer Jesse Smith visited Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023.

By Pioneer Staff Report

March 02, 2023 at 11:55 AM

BENA — Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School recently hosted motivational speaker and performer Jesse Smith.

Smith spoke about his struggles as a youth and young adult including hurdles he had to overcome to become an entertainer. He was also available for pictures and autographs and took time to read a book to younger students.

030423.N.BP.JESSESMITH2.jpg — Motivational speaker and performer Jesse Smith visited Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023.

By Pioneer Staff Report

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