In addition to his employment at a nearby pizza place, Lebron is a leader in the National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America, and other organizations.
Kenja Parks, the principal of Douglas County High School, told ABC News that she was very proud of Lebron for his outstanding accomplishments.
Parks said that his achievement goes beyond financial help, and he has received over $1 million in scholarships and acceptances from schools and institutions around the country.
“It’s a symbol of years of perseverance, passion, and purpose,” she said. “We call him the million dollar man.”
“Lebron has spent four years going above and beyondin the classroom, in leadership roles, in service to others, and in the quiet moments of hard work when no one was watching,”
Parks said. “Whether leading peers as a role model or diving deep into academic challenges, his excellence has always shone brightly.”