Cheryl Best grew up in the projects, in a world filled with violence and negativity. After being kidnapped and almost killed, Cheryl decides to use this horrific experience as a motivation to escape the dangers of her neighborhood and set herself on a path to success. She succeeds in attending college and graduating with honors. Her tale of determination, self-confidence, and hard work inspires the Freedom Writers to fight for their own education and professional success.
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Cheryl Best Character Timeline in The Freedom Writers Diary
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Part VII: Diary 99
When she meets Cheryl Best, these thoughts change drastically. This woman, who also grew up in the projects, decided...
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After surviving this ordeal, Cheryl went to college, where she graduated with honors. This student feels deeply inspired by Cheryl’s...
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