Jasmine Mazard-Larry’s grade point average was an astonishing 8.07.

The 17-year-old was the valedictorian at Dr. Kiran C. Patel High School.

Mazard-Larry had to overcome disabilities, which included hearing loss. She also lost her home in a fire.

At her May 13 graduation ceremony, she told fellow graduates in her speech to never give up on their dreams.

Mazard-Larry not only received her diploma, but also an associate’s degree from a community college.

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