Compton Success Profiles: Nazarene Holmes
Media Release
Meet Compton Early College High School Class of 2023 graduate Nazarene Holmes. She will be attending California State University, Northridge in the fall, studying Pre-Finance. She has a love of math and would like to explore a career in private equity, possibly opening her own firm in the future.
Growing up in Compton, Nazarene attended Longfellow Elementary School through eighth grade, then moved to Compton Early College High School.
One of the main challenges Nazarene faced in school was her procrastination. But she learned to overcome it at Compton Early College High School, realizing she had to stay on top of her work with the rigorous course load due to the dual enrollment in both high school and college classes.
She feels Compton schools are underrated. Nazarene credits the great teachers she’s had over the years who have pushed her to do her best. She values her education and is thankful for the many educational opportunities she received at Compton schools.
Nazarene Holmes is another Compton Success Story.