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Region 4: Jadyn Diaz
October 16, 2023
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Grade 12, Ukiah High School, Ukiah USD
Jadyn Diaz has shown tremendous strength in the face of adversity. An avid basketball player, Jadyn faced setbacks when she was diagnosed with multiple hereditary exostoses (MHE), a rare genetic bone disease. Despite multiple surgeries, she always found a way to return to the court as a member of the Ukiah girls basketball team. Tragedy struck in June of 2021 when Jadyn’s mother passed away after a battle with breast cancer. Her mother’s selflessness left an indelible mark as Jadyn carries on her legacy. She will attend UC Santa Cruz in the fall and hopes to pursue a career as a radiologist.
“I believe that I have the opportunity to make things better. And I think that when you go through hard things, you have to know that there's better things coming. And I think that's the most important lesson that I've learned throughout my life.”
Region 4 2023 Every Student Succeeding Jadyn Diaz.
Region 4 2023 Every Student Succeeding Jadyn Diaz.
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