Georgia woman, 85, graduates from high school with honorary diploma: 'I’m really thankful to God'
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Shirley Smith, 85, of Americus, Georgia, received her high school diploma 67 years after her original would-be graduation date. Her family was present at the ceremony.
"Even when it was snowing, they wanted to go to school." "She always taught us to chase our dreams, and all things are possible if you keep faith in God." Gabriele Regalbuto is an SEO editor at Fox News Digital. Gabriele has a Journalism and Communications degree from West Virginia University. She has worked to produce content for newspapers, magazines, and digital platforms. At Fox, she has assisted in coverage of breaking news events including the 2024 presidential cycle, 2022 midterm elections, Queen Elizabeth II's death, the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.
"I’m thankful," Smith told Fox News Digital in a video interview. "I think it’s an honor and I think it’s a blessing."