NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — For many, Disney World is where dreams come true. But for Summerville’s Paula Grace Schmitt, bringing that Disney magic to life means lacing up her skates and stepping onto the frozen stage.
The 18-year-old figure skater and member of the Figure Skating Club of Charleston recently landed her first professional skating contract with Disney on Ice—capping off 14 years of rigorous training and 12 years of competitive skating.
Schmitt’s passion for the ice began at age four during a routine birthday party at the Carolina Ice Palace in North Charleston…