Since I have been gone so long, my greatest memories are in high school my growing up, ... I was involved in many activities. I was one of those that loved high school.

We had opportunities here in Salinas growing up. Things have changed, hopefully for the better, but it remains the same that education is the answer to bettering ourselves.

The pieces are so colorful. He told me, 'These are the memories of my life growing up.' They're all about Hispanic family life and culture.

So, what did you take from school growing up,

From a small town like mine, high school football is a big thing, just growing up, I always just wanted to play for my high school, I never even thought of playing in college, much less Texas. Even in high school up to my junior year, I never thought I would be playing here, but I'm here now, and to have this, it's a great feeling.

Growing up in Baltimore, I've always thought of Hopkins as a selective school. The lacrosse championship has definitely added to the appeal.