FROM THE GRADUATE
I feel grateful and happy for my life and family. I don't remember much about the first four years of my life in Russia, but as I've grown up, I've become more interested in my birth country. I hope to return there one day to explore my heritage. It's a big part of my identity.
ABOUT VAL
Val attended Shelton School in Dallas. As a member of the National Honor Society and an honor student lettering in football and track, he is both an accomplished student and athlete. Val will attend Southwestern University, as a pre-med student, and has committed to throw discus for the track and field team.
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