A young woman covers her mouth in astonishment as a man in a suit ask her to jump up higher and draw a line on a sheet of paper taped to the wall

April 9, 2026

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School District of Manatee County

The energy was undeniable at Southeast High School this week! AVID students in grades 9th through 11th heard from Andres Lara, also known as The Cuban Guy, whose powerful message centered on one key truth—success comes from hard work and relentless effort. As he continued visiting schools across Manatee County, students were reminded to stay focused, stay driven, and never lose sight of their goals. ✨ Put in the work. See the results. ✨ #ManateeSchoolsGoodNews