Pine Creek High School senior Kennedy Caldwell personifies grit. Confined to a wheelchair at the age of 10, Caldwell uses her Spinal Muscular Atrophy diagnosis as motivation to excel in every part of her life. "I believe my struggles on the physical side have made me mentally stronger to achieve on the academic side," said Caldwell. And while she certainly has achieved in school - amassing a list of academic honors - Caldwell decided to involve herself in the safety and well-being of her community. Two years ago, she joined a group called the Colorado Springs Youth Advisory Council to Law Read more on Colorado Springs Gazette