Compared to last years’ 86 percent of seniors who graduated from Ánimo Pat Brown, this year almost nine out of 10 current juniors and seniors are on track to graduation.
So far the juniors are one percent above last years’ graduating class and seniors are one percent below last years graduating class.
APB Principal Joshua Hartford said he expects 90 percent of seniors to graduate this year.
Senior Emilio Valle is currently on track to graduating and said he believes teachers “make it seem hard but its not.”
It’s actually fairly easy to maintain passing grades, all it takes is studying and paying attention in class, Emilio said.
Many students find something that drives them and keeps them moving forward.
Junior Henry Castillo said he is currently not on track to graduate, because he did not complete assignments in previous years.
The CAHSEE has never prevented a student from graduating at APB.
Receiving a diploma is what many students hope for because it will not only motivate them to continue their education but it will also make them feel proud of what they have achieved.