It wasn’t just about grief—it was about survival. Growing up in a single-parent household after my father passed away from cancer was a defining moment in my life. It coincided with our move to a new country, facing financial struggles, and watching my mom carry the weight of everything on her shoulders, which taught me resilience in ways I never expected. I had two choices: let circumstances limit me or use them as fuel to push forward. I chose the latter. Coming from a low-income household gave me an edge. It forced me to stop consuming and start creating. While many people passively wait for opportunities, I’ve learned to build them myself. Life has demanded that I be resourceful, to look for ways to get things done instead of making excuses. That’s exactly what led me to create Cálculo Sin Límites, my YouTube channel that provides free math education to Hispanic students who lack access to quality resources. Instead of complaining about the gaps in education, I took action, producing high-quality videos on calculus and SAT prep that are already helping thousands of students. Beyond Cálculo Sin Límites, I’m diving deep into blockchain and AI, not just to secure my own future but to create opportunities for others. I believe knowledge is power, and I refuse to let my background define my limits. My experiences have shaped me into someone who doesn’t wait for change—I make it happen. And I plan to use everything I’ve learned to empower others to do the same.

Growing up in a single-parent household has shaped my educational journey in ways I never could have anticipated. When my father passed away from cancer two years ago, everything changed. My mom, my sister, and I had to rebuild our lives in a new country, facing financial struggles, immigration challenges, and the weight of an uncertain future. Yet, in the midst of it all, I found an unshakable drive to succeed—not just for myself, but for my family. Education became more than just a path to a degree; it became my way forward. Without the safety net that many others might have, I knew that I had to push myself beyond the average. I worked hard in high school, aced AP Calculus and AP Physics, and secured a spot at Valencia College through the Osceola Prosper program. At first, I underestimated community college, but I quickly realized the immense value it offered. Not only did I have access to incredible resources, but I also learned that success isn’t about where you start—it’s about what you do with the opportunities you have. Balancing school with my personal responsibilities hasn’t been easy. There were moments when doubt crept in, when I questioned whether I was on the right path. But through faith, discipline, and an unwavering belief in my future, I kept moving forward. I structured my life around growth—waking up at 5 a.m. to work out, pushing myself academically, and building projects that align with my long-term goals. From starting a YouTube channel (Cálculo Sin Límites) to help Hispanic students with math, to growing my personal brand and diving deep into blockchain and AI, I’ve made education a lifelong commitment. But for me, success isn’t just personal. It’s about impact. Giving back to my community isn’t an afterthought—it’s my purpose. I’ve already started by volunteering at the Osceola Public Library and creating free educational content for thousands of Spanish-speaking students who lack quality resources. In the future, I want to take it further. Whether it’s through mentorship, building platforms that provide financial and technological education, or even working toward long-term political change in Latin America, my goal is to empower others to break out of the cycles of limitation that hold them back. Coming from a single-parent household has given me an edge—it’s made me resilient, resourceful, and deeply aware of the struggles so many people face. I know what it’s like to feel like the odds are stacked against you. But I also know that with the right mindset, the right values, and the right beliefs, anything is possible. My journey is just beginning, but one thing is certain: I will never stop pushing forward, not just for myself, but for my family, my community, and the people who need a voice to remind them that they, too, can rise.