A Nigerian has become the first black valedictorian and the graduating student with the highest grade points ever recorded at a United States' high school.
A Nigerian has become the first black valedictorian and the graduating student with the highest grade points ever recorded at a United States’ high school.The youngest of three children, he said his feat means a lot to his family and community.
The teen said though he was shocked when he received the news, he was aware of his potential to break the school’s record long before his senior year. Due to his family’s financial situation, he said he helped in funding his education with side hustles, such as graphic design and photography, or walking to school if he missed the bus.French schools register 70 new COVID-19 cases within week of reopening
Now as the school’s first black Valedictorian, Mr Adelakun is anxious about his speech that will be delivered during South Broward High School’s virtual ceremony in June.
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