Victoria Basharina, a Long Island student from Yekaterinburg, Russia, moved to America in 2014 with her family. Initially struggling with English and feeling overwhelmed, her determination led her to excel academically, achieving a 100.4 GPA. Despite early disinterest in school, her thirst for knowledge grew, and she developed a passion for heavy metal music, which helped her make friends. Her hard work and resilience have culminated in her nomination as a presidential scholar, highlighting her inspiring journey of adaptation and achievement.
A Russian doll, as she assimilated to the South Shore of LI, Victoria’s relentless quest for knowledge flourished, leading to her nomination as a presidential scholar.
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