Xavier Jones, A 14-year-old Student From St. Louis, Missouri, Walked Six Miles To His Middle School Graduation After His Grandfather's Car Broke Down, Leaving Him Without Transportation. Determined To Receive His Diploma, Jones Calculated A Walking Route Using Google Maps And Embarked On The Journey With His Brother And Friend. The Walk Took Two And A Half Hours, And When He Arrived At The Graduation Ceremony, His Efforts Received A Standing Ovation From The Attendees.
Xavier Jones walked from north St. Louis to Harris-Stowe State University to attend his graduation. The college honored him with a four-year scholarship.
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