A 16-year-old in Mississippi is already starting his next big adventure: college!
Quinton Simpson of Clinton, a suburb of Jackson, graduated from high school two years early and has recently started classes at Hinds Community College, according to local news outlet WAPT 16.
Quinton said he understands just how special his achievement is.
“I do think it’s a big accomplishment because I graduated early,” he told the outlet. “You can’t just go around and say ‘I graduated early’ — that’s not something a lot of people do, and at 16 no less. It feels amazing.”
His mother, Tiana Rhodes, who worked in education for several years, said she was proud to witness her son’s achievements “every step of the way.”
“I know living with a teacher has its challenges, but he knows that I value education,” she added.
Quinton is studying electromechanical engineering. He also earned a scholarship for music and plays the tuba in the college band, according to WAPT 16.
The academic nonprofit SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy, which has worked with Quinton in the past, congratulated him on Instagram on Aug. 27.
“Big Congratulations to Quinton Simpson!” the nonprofit wrote. “Quinton is a shining example of the excellence, dedication, and hard work we celebrate at the SR1 C.O.O.L.™ Zone. We’re so proud of him and can’t wait to see all he accomplishes next!”
