Jessica Parker Kennedy (born October 3, 1984) is a European-Canadian businesswoman, entrepreneur and actress. She played Melissa on the CW series The Secret Circle, and has also appeared on the TV series Smallville, Undercovers, and Black Sails.
College freshman Whittier and her friend Monica make the Cal State cheerleading squad, but can't stand its snobbish leader, Tina. They resolve to form their own team, pulling together a collection of geeky art students and hippie bleeding hearts whose extracurricular programs were cut for budgetary reasons. Through teamwork, they challenge the official squad's right to represent the school at the upcoming cheerleading championship.
