I lost my mom, I lost my funding, but not faith: student

FOR 24-year-old Shaiyene Fritz, the road to graduation has been anything but smooth but she is refusing to give up.

- TRACY-LYNN RUITERS

Born and raised in Lavender Hill, Fritz always knew she wanted to make a difference in children’s lives. “From a young age, I looked up to my teachers,” she said. “They were the ones who supported and encouraged me when life at home was tough.”

Raised by a single mother, Fritz credits her primary school teacher, Ms Stevens, for nurturing her dreams.

“She used to raise money so I could take part in sports. When my mommy was working, she was like a second mother to me.”