Both Christian and Michaela have been an inspiration to others around them.
Teachers say that despite the challenges that Christian has faced, he has shown extraordinary resilience, grit, and introspect while simultaneously being a role model to others through his intrinsic motivation to learn. Christian chose to use his special opportunity grant on fishing supplies to support self-care, learn new skills, and teach others how to fish!
Teachers express that Michaela has pushed through significant challenges with tremendous perseverance and desire to overcome barriers with admirable strength and determination. Michaela chose to use her special opportunity grant on barber supplies to pursue her passion and support others in feeling confident in themselves!