Hi my name is Michael.  I was adopted when I was three years old, by my amazing mother, Yvonne Gaines. I am currently a Junior at Karen Wagner High School. I am the oldest of 5 siblings, and at times I am the backbone of my family. I am a Yearbook Staff Member, and I also participate is Wagner's JROTC program. When I’m not at school I try to help my mother as much as I can because she does so much for me and I love her so much.