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Homeless teen graduates as valedictorian of high school class

CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. —

 

A Clayton County teen credits hard work for becoming valedictorian of her graduating class.

Chelesa Fearce, a senior at Charles Drew High School, said she was homeless for most of her high school career, even living in her mother’s car at times.

“I just told myself to keep working, because the future will not be like this anymore,” Fearce said. “You’re worried about your home life and then worried at school. Worry about being a little hungry sometimes, go hungry sometimes. You just have to deal with is. You eat what you can, when you can.” Read Entire Story via Wsbtv

 

Chelesa, the world salutes you.  You are truly an inspiration and testament to hope and perseverance.  The world is a brighter place because you're in it, keep shining.

 

May God Bless and Keep you sweetheart.