As sophomores and juniors, the Class of 2022 saw their high school years interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. That global event impacted everything from classes going back and forth between online and in-person learning to many events and activities being canceled, postponed or significantly changed. But they persevered and, as much of life returned to "normal" this school year, these high school seniors excelled. Read their inspiring stories.

She's a Survivor, and So Much More  (Guilford County Schools) 

Pittsburgh Student Becoms Inspiration for Others (Pittsburgh Public Schools)

Afghan Student Doesn't Let Language Barrier Deter Her  (Wichita Public Schools)

From Migrant Farmer Worker to College-Bound Student (Miami-Dade County Public Schools) 

Memphis Students Find Supportive Environment (Memphis Shelby County Schools)

Learning from Loss, and Thriving (Long Beach Unified School District)

Des Moines Twins Headed to Military Academies (Des Moines Public Schools)