● Difficulties of coming from war torn Liberia and having to leave his mother behind

● Integration into an American school when coming from a different culture

● How parents can play an influential role in a child’s life through role modeling and love, even through harsh conditions and forced separation

● Making winning choices through challenges and adversity

● Utilizing sports as a means of staying focused and positive

Links and Resources:

https://www.nbcsports.com/washington/video/after-fleeing-liberia-marylands-melvin-keihn-has-beaten-odds

https://youtu.be/GfqLnwIy2KU

Dr. Michelle Rozen

Quotes by Melvin Keihn:

“Once you see results it becomes an addiction”

“Zone everything and focus on the task at hand!”

“Investing in yourself is one of the greatest things you can ever do!”