My Name is Derrion Crain. I am from Hammond, Louisana, but after my parents divorced, my mom moved me and my brother to Texas. I grew up in Corpus Christi, and then I moved to Baytown. Growing up, I was always different; I was always alive, dreamed of becoming a millionaire, and more. As I got older, I became more eager and thrived for better things. I have always dreamed of becoming a Plastic Surgeon, but I was so angry, and my family would tell me to calm down because doctors don't have records, so in my 7th-grade year, I decided to change. I started meditating, praying, finding my relationship with God, and turning away from my old ways. Yes, I was tempted, but I passed my tests, and that's when I realized that I loved Wisdom. Wisdom is the greatest gift to have. In my 8th grade year, I started to succeed exceedingly; I was the first and youngest African American male to attend my district's podcast, and I passed all of my government state tests with meets and higher; I am very blessed. Now, I am a high school student and a dual enrollment student. I am in the Health&Science Academy, where I will get a Phlebotomy, EKG specialist, and Medical Assistant certification and an associate degree in Health and Science. When I graduate High school, I would like to major in Business and either Psychology or Biology because I want to be a Clinical Psychologist or Plastic Surgeon while also being a businessman, and I will minor in Entrepreneurship. I will positively impact the world through my career as an educator because I follow Jesus Christ and hold a standard for myself to have great integrity, Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. God has helped me realize that I am a great leader, and yes, I am not perfect. However, I always have pure intentions and lead with love, not emotion. Receiving the Kalia D. Davis Memorial Scholarship would mean so much more to me than just financial support. It would be an investment towards my journey. My journey is built on leadership, resilience, and faith. This scholarship would help lift the financial weight that often comes with higher education and allow me to stay focused on the path God has called me to walk. With this opportunity, I’ll continue striving to live with purpose, love those around me, laugh even in the hard moments, and learn with humility. Most of all, I’ll use what I gain to inspire and pour into others, carrying this legacy forward.

My Name is Derrion Crain. I am from Hammond, Louisana, but after my parents divorced, my mom moved me and my brother to Texas. I grew up in Corpus Christi, and then I moved to Baytown. Growing up, I was always different; I was always alive, dreamed of becoming a millionaire, and more. As I got older, I became more eager and thrived for better things. When I was nine years of age, Hurricane Harvey hit Corpus Christi, so my family and I had to evacuate to San Antonio, Texas. We went to a hotel; while being in the hotel, I got the news that my cousin was killed and shot in the head by her boyfriend while driving. She was my favorite cousin, and I loved her like my mom. I cried a lot; I was very depressed. I was furious at the world and didn't take anything lightly, such as jokes or touching. In those moments, I felt like I didn't want to be put in my cousin's situation, which is why I stopped playing games with people. However, I was still kind and friendly to those who were to me, but for those who tried to hurt me or tarnish my character, I would be distraught with them. I have always dreamed of becoming a Plastic Surgeon, but I was so angry, and my family would tell me to calm down because doctors don't have records, so in my 7th-grade year, I decided to change. I started meditating, praying, finding my relationship with God, and turning away from my old ways. Yes, I was tempted, but I passed my tests, and that's when I realized that I loved Wisdom. Wisdom is the greatest gift to have. In my 8th grade year, I started to succeed exceedingly; I was the first and youngest African American male to attend my district's podcast, and I passed all of my government state tests with meets and higher; I am very blessed. Now, I am a high school student and a dual enrollment student. I am in the Health&Science Academy, where I will get a Phlebotomy, EKG specialist, and Medical Assistant certification and an associate degree in Health and Science. When I graduate High school, I would like to major in Business and either Psychology or Biology because I want to be a Clinical Psychologist or Plastic Surgeon while also being a businessman, and I will minor in Entrepreneurship. I will positively impact the world through my career as an educator because I follow Jesus Christ and hold a standard for myself to have great integrity, Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. God has helped me realize that I am a great leader, and yes, I am not perfect. However, I always have pure intentions with everyone, and I don't act off my emotions, let alone I won't do things to hurt others, which is why I will positively impact the community.

My Name is Derrion Crain. I am from Hammond, Louisana, but after my parents divorced, my mom moved me and my brother to Texas. I grew up in Corpus Christi, and then I moved to Baytown. Growing up, I was always different; I was always alive, dreamed of becoming a millionaire, and more. As I got older, I became more eager and thrived for better things. When I was nine years of age, Hurricane Harvey hit Corpus Christi, so my family and I had to evacuate to San Antonio, Texas. We went to a hotel; while being in the hotel, I got the news that my cousin was killed and shot in the head by her boyfriend while driving. She was my favorite cousin, and I loved her like my mom. I cried a lot; I was very depressed. I was furious at the world and didn't take anything lightly, such as jokes or touching. In those moments, I felt like I didn't want to be put in my cousin's situation, which is why I stopped playing games with people. However, I was still kind and friendly to those who were to me, but for those who tried to hurt me or tarnish my character, I would be distraught with them. I have always dreamed of becoming a Plastic Surgeon, but I was so angry, and my family would tell me to calm down because doctors don't have records, so in my 7th-grade year, I decided to change. I started meditating, praying, finding my relationship with God, and turning away from my old ways. Yes, I was tempted, but I passed my tests, and that's when I realized that I loved Wisdom. Wisdom is the greatest gift to have because it helps you truly see the deeper understandng of things, while also giving you discernment being able to read to through people. In my 8th grade year, I started to succeed exceedingly; I was the first and youngest African American male to attend my district's podcast, and I passed all of my government state tests with meets and higher; I am very blessed. Now, I am a high school student and a dual enrollment student. I am in the Health&Science Academy, where I will get a Phlebotomy, EKG specialist, and Medical Assistant certification and an associate degree in Health and Science. When I graduate High school, I would like to major in Business and either Psychology or Biology because I want to be a Clinical Psychologist or Plastic Surgeon while also being a businessman, and I will minor in Entrepreneurship. I will positively impact the world through my career as an educator because I follow Jesus Christ and hold a standard for myself to have great integrity, Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. God has helped me realize that I am a great leader, and yes, I am not perfect. However, I always have pure intentions with everyone, and I don't act off my emotions, let alone I won't do things to hurt others.

My Name is Derrion Crain. I am from Hammond, Louisana, but after my parents divorced, my mom moved me and my brother to Texas. I grew up in Corpus Christi, and then I moved to Baytown. Growing up, I was always different; I was always alive, dreamed of becoming a millionaire, and more. As I got older, I became more eager and thrived for better things. When I was nine years of age, Hurricane Harvey hit Corpus Christi, so my family and I had to evacuate to San Antonio, Texas. We went to a hotel; while being in the hotel, I got the news that my cousin was killed and shot in the head by her boyfriend while driving. She was my favorite cousin, and I loved her like my mom. I cried a lot; I was very depressed. I was furious at the world and didn't take anything lightly, such as jokes or touching. In those moments, I felt like I didn't want to be put in my cousin's situation, which is why I stopped playing games with people. However, I was still kind and friendly to those who were to me, but for those who tried to hurt me or tarnish my character, I would be distraught with them. I have always dreamed of becoming a Plastic Surgeon, but I was so angry, and my family would tell me to calm down because doctors don't have records, so in my 7th-grade year, I decided to change. I started meditating, praying, finding my relationship with God, and turning away from my old ways. Yes, I was tempted, but I passed my tests, and that's when I realized that I loved Wisdom. Wisdom is the greatest gift to have. In my 8th grade year, I started to succeed exceedingly; I was the first and youngest African American male to attend my district's podcast, and I passed all of my government state tests with meets and higher; I am very blessed. Now, I am a high school student and a dual enrollment student. I am in the Health&Science Academy, where I will get a Phlebotomy, EKG specialist, and Medical Assistant certification and an associate degree in Health and Science. When I graduate High school, I would like to major in Business and either Psychology or Biology because I want to be a Clinical Psychologist or Plastic Surgeon while also being a businessman, and I will minor in Entrepreneurship. I will positively impact the world through my career as an educator because I follow Jesus Christ and hold a standard for myself to have great integrity, Wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. God has helped me realize that I am a great leader, and yes, I am not perfect. However, I always have pure intentions with everyone, and I don't act off my emotions, let alone I won't do things to hurt others, which is why I will positively impact the world.