Exceptional 18-Year-Old Homeless Girl Named Best Student at Anacostia High School, Achieves Law Degree from Georgetown University

Rashema Melson, an outstanding 18-year-old, has triumphed over homelessness to become the top student at Anacostia High School and graduate with a Law degree from Georgetown University.

Melson, who spent six years in the D.C. General homeless shelter with her mother and two brothers, maintained a remarkable 4.0 GPA, earning her the title of valedictorian. Despite facing challenges such as noise and long security checks in the shelter, Melson demonstrated resilience by waking up in the middle of the night to complete her homework.

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In an interview, Melson shared, "I don't like sharing with kids because they start to pity you or they start to look at you in a different way. And I feel like, 'Hey, I'm just like the rest of you. I come in to get an education.'"

After her high school graduation, Melson was granted a full scholarship to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in justice and peace studies at Georgetown University. Five years later, she proudly graduated and intends to return to her community to work before pursuing law school.

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Melson expressed her aspirations, stating, "I don't want to just be someone who makes a lot of money and donates. I want to get in there and actually do something. I want to mentor. I want to change laws. I want to do something that's really going to make an impact."

Her remarkable journey serves as an inspiration, showcasing the power of determination and resilience in the face of adversity.