'Hidden America' UPDATE: Student from struggling HS beats odds, graduates college (Nightline)

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  • Опубликовано: 21 июн 2017
  • Christine Holland, then a senior, was part of the special ABC News "Hidden America" report on Strawberry Mansion High School.

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  • @lxspa529
    @lxspa529 4 года назад +819

    I’m soooooo proud of the young lady that graduated. She took full advantage of that scholarship. I was wondering if she graduated. Yes sis!!! A degree in accounting, she will be able to send her kids wherever they want to go, I hope she pays it forward.

  • @gabriellejohnson7003
    @gabriellejohnson7003 6 лет назад +1393

    “We don’t want nobody hitting Diane all of y’all back up”

    • @nicolea5279
      @nicolea5279 5 лет назад +69

      Gabrielle Johnson I loved her

    • @auntmelisa8689
      @auntmelisa8689 5 лет назад +65

      I loved her too!! Wonder how she’s doing

    • @cindym.8128
      @cindym.8128 4 года назад +13

      ikr omg

    • @kiaq1153
      @kiaq1153 2 года назад +1

      idk, diane could use a push or two

  • @OneLoveLawnGroveCity
    @OneLoveLawnGroveCity 6 лет назад +1467

    But what happen to the girl where her dad was the only one to show up ? that was a very good story in the first airing

    • @minipony1722
      @minipony1722 6 лет назад +513

      She went to college on full scholarship and to got science bachelor’s and another scholarship

    • @charlievelasquez7670
      @charlievelasquez7670 6 лет назад +63

      Mini Pony wow good for her

    • @TencupsGaming
      @TencupsGaming 6 лет назад +18

      Charlie Velasquez what's her full name?

    • @tas-life231
      @tas-life231 6 лет назад +23

      Mini Pony
      I was wondering thank God for her

    • @mtrina2715
      @mtrina2715 6 лет назад +8

      OneLove Lawn LLC that was so special to me

  • @joeytennant6385
    @joeytennant6385 6 лет назад +538

    Greatest principal of all time

  • @lisamichele2211
    @lisamichele2211 6 лет назад +351

    Thank God for the dad that was there for his daughter.

  • @cedricro.9909
    @cedricro.9909 6 лет назад +451

    God bless that principal, Diane Sawyer and those who contributed to the plight of that school. Above all, to Drake who among many rappers prove that rap music is not all about negativity. Many rappers give back to their communities. Much success to all those students who strive to educate and better themselves.

    • @lelabrooks04
      @lelabrooks04 4 года назад +9

      You are right. A friend of mine daughter attended Howard Univ. She received help from Jayz. Now she is a lawyer with Google in Cali

    • @kimthreadgold2755
      @kimthreadgold2755 Год назад +4

      @Yoshi Tekashi
      It sends a message that people believe in them and want to help. Rapper, doctor...money is needed and saves lives..

  • @daughterofsarah2793
    @daughterofsarah2793 6 лет назад +288

    I am happy for that young lady who got her scholarships😢

  • @naijalovin
    @naijalovin 6 лет назад +358

    This made me so emotional. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this school.

  • @miac.3315
    @miac.3315 6 лет назад +200

    Wow. A college graduate now. God bless her!!

  • @Forthewin1436
    @Forthewin1436 6 лет назад +214

    YEEEEEEESSSSSSS!!!!!!I AM SO HAPPY FOR THEM!!!THIS BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES!!

  • @LIDABEAR
    @LIDABEAR 2 года назад +43

    College deposit fees are unnecessary. The fact that it took an opportunity away from someone because they cannot afford to pay is insane. 😔

    • @timbrown5576
      @timbrown5576 2 года назад +2

      I understand the deposit fees because each college has thousands of applicants for only a few spots and the deposit is the only way to ensure that spot.

  • @teehigh8012
    @teehigh8012 6 лет назад +213

    I'm not gonna lie my eyes got watery

  • @TheAirynDolce
    @TheAirynDolce 7 лет назад +226

    Jesus! This warmed my heart! I hope all of them at least graduated from high school.

  • @smdhthisworld2986
    @smdhthisworld2986 4 года назад +45

    That's the problem. Parents they expect the school to raise their kids. They have to do their part also. One parent at meeting says everything

  • @jonathanlamas7004
    @jonathanlamas7004 4 года назад +46

    That principal is the best ever she even inspires me to do better. I like the quote she said “if you give kids hope they can succeed”

  • @jacobnemeth7634
    @jacobnemeth7634 6 лет назад +84

    It's amazing how a bit of exposure helps. These kids lives have been changed and in a way, saved. Awesome

  • @roseanneyn7952
    @roseanneyn7952 6 лет назад +171

    Amazing what “sharing the wealth” can do to change a small community and an individuals life, especially to those less fortunate or unable to leave poverty.

    • @swanoto6314
      @swanoto6314 4 года назад +4

      Yeah it's amazing that only one ABC News special aired and it brought so much positive change to that school.

  • @edalys190
    @edalys190 6 лет назад +552

    drake is a beast, so sweet of him to do that

    • @melaniesky3184
      @melaniesky3184 6 лет назад +10

      Right! I was super surprised! Their school has totally turned around!

    • @jordanrose4981
      @jordanrose4981 6 лет назад +1

      Idalys Abrahams n

    • @tbmllc7114
      @tbmllc7114 5 лет назад +9

      Funny thing is this is meek mill old highschool

  • @nakih2693
    @nakih2693 6 лет назад +38

    I’m in tears the things people take for granted this story really moved me.

  • @onlethebest
    @onlethebest 5 лет назад +28

    What a wonderful person that principal is I started to cry when she whispered I love you💔

  • @domojackson12
    @domojackson12 2 года назад +7

    Im literally crying. That principal deserves love and hugs. a noble prize. Kids born into unfortunate circumstances should recieve assistance and resources. Seeing her graduate brought tears to my eyes. so well deservedd

  • @ieshadavis587
    @ieshadavis587 6 лет назад +30

    Congrats honey! Her smile is amazing!! So glad she went to college.

  • @kurlykurlz614
    @kurlykurlz614 6 лет назад +63

    I'm crying 😭😭😭😭

  • @isabellateodoro2057
    @isabellateodoro2057 6 лет назад +190

    Did anyone notice that guys hat at 6:31?😂

  • @alcd6333
    @alcd6333 6 лет назад +51

    Great job. Schools are supposed to be safe places to learn, not a war zone. Here's hoping Strawberry Mansion - and many other schools like it - continue to improve.

  • @joenavolio2847
    @joenavolio2847 6 лет назад +72

    Why don’t they have different lunch periods?!?!?!

    • @edt501
      @edt501 4 года назад +18

      I live around the corner from the school... I was told that the the school enrollment could be 1200 was less than 100..I guess there wasn't enough students to have different lunch periods

  • @sweetnostalgia6573
    @sweetnostalgia6573 6 лет назад +14

    Beautiful principal with an amazing heart. Drake was amazing too. I almost cried at what he did. If you kids who went and still attend this school are reading this. Keep moving forward, to not only make your lives better, but the lives and happiness of others better aswell.

  • @sweetbeeluvera1450
    @sweetbeeluvera1450 4 года назад +12

    we need to see more stories like this and more encouragement because a lot of kids are struggling to get to college and get through college or even eat through college!! so to see this gave me a little bit more faith in humanity!!

  • @aura6485
    @aura6485 5 лет назад +15

    It was so hard not to cry while watching this. I have never seen schools this bad in England but I am extremely happy for all the students that were able to feel noticed. I wish them happiness and success in life! Honestly I wish I knew about the donations beforehand. In the UK we don't have to worry so much about paying for university since there is always student loans or alternatives to university like apprenticeships which still results in a degree.

  • @deborahfrancois5596
    @deborahfrancois5596 4 года назад +5

    That is how we help our own, EDUCATION kudos to this principle God bless you mum

  • @simsisthebest66
    @simsisthebest66 4 года назад +9

    God bless her. This melted my heart. A strong, beautiful, determined, persevering young woman she got that diploma and you could tell by the look on her face when she was walking down the aisle that she grew significantly as an individual thru that entire journey... these kids are stronger than anyone will ever know. Pushing thru each and every day despite the challenges/struggles they face. God bless, Dios put your blessings on these children and this community and the adults who do their part

  • @ZanetkaPL
    @ZanetkaPL 4 года назад +12

    I'm a teacher and I'm crying watching this

  • @sandrafurlong2627
    @sandrafurlong2627 3 года назад +3

    I could not help but get emotional, what a great principal, I have so much admiration for her, one parent turned up for teacher parent day, that speaks volumes. My heart goes out to those pupils.

  • @TheJsote1988
    @TheJsote1988 7 лет назад +60

    looking for them better days. God is Good...

    • @SilenceTheGod
      @SilenceTheGod 6 лет назад

      Joel Sotelo your god is dead no one is listening to your prayers

    • @ashleydey9798
      @ashleydey9798 6 лет назад +10

      i am sick and tired of you type of people responding to people who are talking about god. if you didn't like that comment dont comment at all

    • @SilenceTheGod
      @SilenceTheGod 6 лет назад

      Ashley Dey fuck you and fuck your god

    • @SilenceTheGod
      @SilenceTheGod 6 лет назад

      Ashley Dey when did I say I was a atheist lol

    • @thesoverign9
      @thesoverign9 6 лет назад +5

      Silence The God emmantreele our god will never die! Shut up dude!!

  • @tiffanygunter2778
    @tiffanygunter2778 7 лет назад +65

    yess... so happy for her

  • @jonnyhappyfeetgaming511
    @jonnyhappyfeetgaming511 5 лет назад +24

    6:30 the writing on that dude's hat.... 😂😂😂

  • @mobetta8431
    @mobetta8431 Год назад

    Thank u to who ever blessed them all, Thank u Ms,Linda all because u really cared

  • @sandramungroking2018
    @sandramungroking2018 5 лет назад +1

    God Bless this principal..this shows what love and commitment can do

  • @g.dollar2563
    @g.dollar2563 5 лет назад

    I'm so touched by this!!! Best wishes to the kids there!

  • @angelamarie3617
    @angelamarie3617 4 года назад +12

    That is so strange that the entire school has lunch at the same time. I've never ever heard of that before! That needs to be changed asap!!!

  • @elijahtorres2688
    @elijahtorres2688 2 года назад +2

    That was so sweet and touching of Linda Cliatt-Wayman to be Razzaq’s mentor after transferring schools and moving out of the city and for her to visit Christine at her college graduation. We need WAY MORE principals like her that show love, brave, gratitude, motivation, and care to students!!!

  • @tadiafoster4460
    @tadiafoster4460 2 года назад

    Blessings for this school and the principal. Much blessings!

  • @amandalopez2040
    @amandalopez2040 2 года назад +4

    I never watched the second part of this I am in tears oh my goodness I went to Philadelphia I loved it it’s rough but it made me appreciate where I’m at right now Orlando Florida. I also love the fact that these teachers did not give up and they were able to tell their story look even Drake was on there that one there really got me crying.

  • @Maria-kg1nh
    @Maria-kg1nh 6 лет назад +8

    wow....beautiful story!!!! heroes....our future is bright!!! one person and a community truly can make a difference in someone's life. God's love and blessings!!!

  • @karenmcgee1869
    @karenmcgee1869 4 года назад +4

    Such a beautiful story. ONLY GOD can put it on someone's heart like this principal to make a difference in these students' lives so they could succeed. Congratulations to Christina as well. I wish them all the best.

  • @HEMORAGE12
    @HEMORAGE12 4 года назад +3

    My TEARS DROPPED when i saw her graduate in college... congratulation

  • @zeddy2284
    @zeddy2284 5 лет назад +1

    Oh I just watched this the other day the old one, awesome to see this

  • @hockeygirl8401
    @hockeygirl8401 4 года назад +4

    👋🏾🙏🏾✊🏾🔥 The principle is amazing. It does it take a whole army, sometimes it takes one individual to come forth and care. I give my sister kudos all day. Also I’m very thankful for all the people that cared about these kids and prayed for these kids.

  • @blacktinkerbell2324
    @blacktinkerbell2324 4 года назад

    Thank you world!

  • @jeffreywaltiere4830
    @jeffreywaltiere4830 4 года назад +7

    I'm so happy for Thank You All For Helping that young lady Christina Holland who is wonderful guests and she deserved because she was a hard worker ..God Bless Y'all

  • @mimi_n_emi8382
    @mimi_n_emi8382 4 года назад +2

    Philly will always be my home.. Its nice to see people helping our youth

  • @superbratayley3783
    @superbratayley3783 6 лет назад +7

    This just shows you how much that if you believe in yourself you can do it.

  • @arthurjohn819
    @arthurjohn819 2 года назад

    Thanks for those who have helped!

  • @marahirving1171
    @marahirving1171 5 лет назад +1

    Wow, tears in my eyes!

  • @sha11235
    @sha11235 2 года назад +1

    This shows we can help people find a way back if they want it. We can get rid of the problems if we try and care.

  • @amandaracktoo3585
    @amandaracktoo3585 4 года назад +1

    FANTASTIC,!! I've got more happy tears! Xx

  • @danielogbonna3253
    @danielogbonna3253 6 лет назад +3

    Such a powerful story!

  • @AlexRedwine420
    @AlexRedwine420 5 лет назад +4

    Omg I was hoping she ended up successful! Good for her 💕.
    I knew she would be okay. You go girl!

  • @MEZTLI2023
    @MEZTLI2023 2 года назад

    Watched part 1 and part 2. I’m in tears. I’m glad the school is no longer dangerous. 🙏🏻🥲

  • @diepiriye
    @diepiriye 2 месяца назад

    Wow, now I'm crying with these graduates!

  • @Mark-kc5kq
    @Mark-kc5kq 6 лет назад +39

    Drake should’ve done gods plan music video in this school

  • @LynRuiz
    @LynRuiz 4 года назад +4

    That girl Malaysia should have been given a transfer or a scholarship to attend a private high school

  • @davidverettemboob1652
    @davidverettemboob1652 4 года назад

    I began crying. Really touched my heart. Thank you Jesus.

  • @lovelylu2329
    @lovelylu2329 6 лет назад +3

    This is heart warming

  • @edclarkebohn1968
    @edclarkebohn1968 4 года назад +3

    True inspiration ❤️

  • @empresszaire2305
    @empresszaire2305 4 года назад +16

    Not a Drake fan, but that was dope what he did.

  • @tiffanylugo2749
    @tiffanylugo2749 5 лет назад +5

    I love this! We need more stories and reports like this so we can continue to help students that need it!

  • @kiarasemedo2796
    @kiarasemedo2796 4 года назад

    That principle made me cry, so pure

  • @miriamschiro1773
    @miriamschiro1773 6 лет назад

    Someone had hope and persevered to help NO MATTER WHAT and that’s how they made it. Love you Linda Wayman 😭wish there was more people like you

  • @ChantallGreen
    @ChantallGreen 4 года назад +1

    😥😥 omg I’m crying.. touching story

  • @lilredd3232
    @lilredd3232 5 лет назад +10

    she reminds me of...Mr.clark..sweet lady💕

  • @sherrycissokho-parker2988
    @sherrycissokho-parker2988 4 года назад

    Many Blessings

  • @ItsJanesta
    @ItsJanesta 6 лет назад +11

    ❤️I cried

  • @tuhrisha
    @tuhrisha 8 месяцев назад

    When she cried I cried. Sooo beautiful ❤️

  • @substantialtess
    @substantialtess 4 года назад +2

    Amazing. Awareness created change for this school ❤️

  • @C2G2
    @C2G2 4 года назад

    Nothing but praise 🙏🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿
    👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿❤️

  • @saywhatchelsea1224
    @saywhatchelsea1224 4 года назад

    How proud everyone can be who step up. The U.S.A i grew up knowing😍

  • @ruthquetant7375
    @ruthquetant7375 4 года назад +1

    God ‼I so wish I could swoop in and make a difference in these kids lives😓😥💔‼

  • @ashleynicole3499
    @ashleynicole3499 6 лет назад +5

    way to go Christine. you are amazing

  • @traceyowenhughes9223
    @traceyowenhughes9223 4 года назад +1

    BRAVO..EDUCATION IS THE ESCAPE FROM POVERTY. HOW WONDERFUL IS THIS. KEEP WINNING

  • @_deity
    @_deity 4 года назад

    Now this is a principal! This touched my heart so much I remember when it first aired and look at the then to now

  • @rosalindacalvillo8501
    @rosalindacalvillo8501 4 года назад +1

    This made me tear up at the end

  • @blackwidow8467
    @blackwidow8467 5 лет назад +7

    ❤❤❤❤❤ RESTORED: My faith in humanity ❤👏🏼

  • @feliciae5507
    @feliciae5507 5 лет назад +3

    God, we need you in time like this for your glory.

  • @kargudin
    @kargudin 7 лет назад +10

    wow! amazing

  • @laliepopp
    @laliepopp 5 лет назад

    OMG,I cant stop crying!

  • @chrissy9153
    @chrissy9153 6 месяцев назад

    I remember this documentary ❤ I’m so proud of her

  • @rcampbell5137
    @rcampbell5137 4 года назад +4

    Thanks RUclips for making me cry at 7 in the morning! 😭

  • @mukbangyesplease4905
    @mukbangyesplease4905 4 года назад +1

    This clip should have millions upon millions of views.

  • @Osorio111
    @Osorio111 6 лет назад +8

    I wounder what happened to the little boy

  • @ginger8888
    @ginger8888 4 года назад +2

    Whew Lord I'm cutting onions!!! 😭

  • @wowlizzy4039
    @wowlizzy4039 4 года назад +1

    This is beautiful 🥺

  • @toilyfe5985
    @toilyfe5985 4 года назад

    This made me cry so hard....

  • @ingridphillip5367
    @ingridphillip5367 Год назад

    What a beautiful blessing I’m so inspired

  • @lollipopcorndog
    @lollipopcorndog 2 года назад +2

    1:18 She’s a real one for guarding her

  • @youknowwhatflav9916
    @youknowwhatflav9916 2 года назад

    This made me emotional😭

  • @brendonducharme3527
    @brendonducharme3527 3 года назад

    Oh man. I wanna cry

  • @trublu2training453
    @trublu2training453 2 года назад

    This made me cry 😢

  • @Msboochie2
    @Msboochie2 4 года назад +1

    That is hard to believe only one parent showed up for conferences. At my children’s school parent teacher conferences are packed with parents.

  • @jazminlee4938
    @jazminlee4938 5 лет назад +17

    super heartfelt moment until you see the guy's cap at 6:30 say 'Send Nudes' hahahaha

    • @smiley2477
      @smiley2477 4 года назад

      Jazmin Lee I guess they had to lighten it up a little was getting too misty in there lol