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Houston Senior Becomes First Black Valedictorian in School's 119-Year History

Houston Senior Becomes First Black Valedictorian in School's 119-Year History

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May 07, 2019
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Houston Senior Becomes First Black Valedictorian in School's 119-Year History
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A high school senior in Houston, Texas is making history as the first Black valedictorian in his school’s 119-year history. Kellin McGowan will graduate at the top of his class at St. Thomas High School with a 4.57 GPA. “The guys here are really competitive academically,” Principal Aaron Dominguez told KHOU. “They support each other. They hold each othe…

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