Alisa Perales, 10, from San Bernardino, CA, began her educational journey early. Her father Rafael started homeschooling her when she was only 1 year old. By age 5, while most children were learning basics, Alisa was already reading books and solving algebra problems.
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She enrolled at Crafton Hills College at age 8, often causing confusion when her father dropped her off at class. Despite social challenges in finding age-appropriate friends, Alisa remained committed to her studies.
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She is set to graduate from Crafton Hills College on May 23, 2025. She will earn two associate degrees in multiple sciences and mathematics with a GPA close to 4.0.
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After graduation, Alisa plans to pursue a computer science degree and has applied to Stanford University.
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h/t: NBC
Photo: California Community Colleges
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