Grace Thomas sees science, politics in her future

Grace Thomas is driven and accomplished. A two-sport cheerleader, she also tackled six rigorous Advanced Placement classes at Lakeside High School in Nine Mile Falls and plans to attend Western Washington University this fall.

And she’s done it all while dealing with difficulties that would overwhelm many.

“She’s overcome a lot of adversity,” said teacher Matt Sullivan. “And she’s done it with a great attitude.”