Age: 19
Grade: 10th Grade
Story: Costess was raised by her mother. Her father passed away shortly after she was born. Her mother sells vegetables and has struggled to provide for their family of 5. She dreams of becoming a lawyer!

Age: 19
Grade: 10th Grade
Story: John's mother and father split when he was little because his father was abusive. His mother does casual laundry and cannot provide for all of the family's basic needs. John dreams of becoming an artist!

Age: 19
Grade: 10th Grade
Story: John's father works in construction and his mother is sick and not able to work. This puts a lot of pressure on his dad to provide for the entire family. John dreams of becoming a mechanic and says his favorite subject is business.

Age: 19
Grade: 10th Grade
Story: Kepha's father is 91 years old, and his mother is his father's 3rd wife. Because of his age, his father does not work and his mother works on a farm. Kepha wants to be a businessman after he graduates!

Age: 19
Grade: 10th Grade
Story: Ronald's father got fired from his job and became an alcoholic. Because of the abusive living conditions, his mother decided to run away with the children. She is now a casual worker and is able to provide one meal each day. Ronald wants to be an engineer when he grows up!