A student dealing with intellectual disabilities was awarded over $1 million. That sum has just come from 15 different colleges concerned for his well being. He can continue his education in full by using that money. The California student was inspired to continue his learning adventure in the school now.
Learning struggles does not equal failure.
His peers are watching to see if he will get an acceptance letter. Barri has said that he does have a dream school to attend. He wants to go to Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. if possible. These donations have given him a ticket to enroll as soon as possible.
He told InsideEdition.com that he was diagnosed with ADHD and dysgraphia, which makes it hard for him to express himself in writing. The school allows him extra time on tests and assignments, and he types his work instead of handwriting it.
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
Key takeaways
- One student with learning disabilities is offered scholarships from over 15 different schools.
- The hard work put forth by this student has certainly paid off even despite his learning challenges.
- Setting goals to challenge himself was one way he made sure that he was doing the best that he could do.
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