TAMPA, Fla. — Justin Scott has a catchphrase: “It’s okay not to be okay.”

The Wharton High School senior is aware of either side of that chorus. As a toddler, he was recognized with cerebral palsy. Some docs stated he’d by no means stroll or speak; others stated he’d by no means stay previous two.

“Every day, I prove them wrong,” stated the 18-year-old.

That’s the place the “okay” half comes into play.

By being defiant, brave, humorous and upbeat, Scott has turn out to be an inspirational star on the Tampa college’s campus.

He was the Prom King and the soccer-playing star on Senior Night. He will get shout-outs from each different child strolling the halls. They acknowledge and draw energy from somebody who has by no means given up.

Scott can be a star on TikTok. He’s gathered greater than 30,000 followers by being a power of positivity and light-weight, providing every day affirmations for all of us.

A latest publish? “The sky tells us that there is no limit to our dreams and goals.”

His mother Michelle Smith stated his sheer power of will confirmed itself not lengthy after he was out of diapers.

“He is the light of my life, a joy to be around, and the most inspiring kid you’d ever want to meet.”

Along the way in which, he is earned a number of accolades from the Tampa Bay group, together with the Anne Frank Humanitarian Award from the Florida Holocaust Museum and the Jan Henrick Achievement Award.

Wharton ESE specialist Georgie Collins will get emotional when she thinks about saying goodbye to her good friend. But she additionally is aware of the sky is the restrict for this younger man.

“He’s going to do great things, and now the world gets to see it.”