Samuel Cardenas Sandrea - Acceleration West High School

Samuel is a high achieving self-starter whose daily actions demonstrate what it means to be a resilient, dedicated, and a resourceful student. Everything he does, is done with a standard of excellence. His commitment to maintaining a strong work ethic is what has been the driving force behind his success today. He has a winner’s mindset that distinguishes him from his peers and an unwavering drive to excel above expectations. He has an undoubtedly bright future ahead and is sure to be a great contributor to society. Samuel not only models the legacy of Dr. King, but he is also building the foundation of what will one day be a legacy of his very own.

Favorite MLK Quote: “Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.”

Future Goals: He hopes to attend Valencia College and Rollins College to become a History Professor.