He studies late into the night inspired by the wonders of space and dreams of becoming an astronaut. https://t.co/DvqGjjAbkF
— Fort Worth Star-Telegram (@startelegram) May 26, 2017
Reddick's mother was deported to Mexico 11 years ago; his father moved the family from upstate New York to Texas for job opportunities but the family fell on hard economic times.
In addition to schoolwork, Reddick has two jobs and works 30 hours a week, the Star-Telegram reported.
Reddick is graduating with honors with a perfect 4.0 GPA and plans to enroll at Austin Community College, then transfer to the University of Texas at Austin.
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