Rewarding hard work — After nearly quitting high school, Ónix Vera decided to change his grades for the better. He even applied for DeVry’s Advantage Academy, allowing him to receive both his high school diploma and his associate’s degree. His hard work p
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While reporters, pundits and citizens have been engrossed in the current race to the White House, there was a recent presidential election that didn’t get much attention at all. But, the extraordinary story behind Ónix Vera’s election to class president could outshine even Barack Obama.
A short two years ago, Vera was a sophomore at North Grand High School. Although he was a good kid who enjoyed playing sports and maintained a part-time job, he found himself running with the wrong crowd. Vera began spending more time outside the classroom than in. He was increasingly getting in trouble and his family was disappointed by the change they were witnessing.
“My father sat me down one day and told me how negatively the choices I was making would impact my future,” Vera said. “He reminded me how lucky I was to have the opportunity of education.”
Vera thought about his father’s advice and decided to turn things around. He worked hard in all his classes and brought up his grades. Vera’s renewed dedication even motivated him to apply for DeVry University’s Advantage Academy, which allowed him to earn an associate degree while completing his high school diploma.
“I was excited when I was accepted to Advantage Academy,” Vera said. “Going to high school and college at the same time forced me to take on more responsibility and made me really focus on my future.”
His appreciation of his education also led him to run for a spot in student government. Last fall, Vera was elected president. His election night celebration will surely pale in comparison to the one America will witness this November, but for the Vera family, nothing could have been more exciting.
“Being elected class president and going above and beyond in school will no doubt allow me
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