Covenant House
Homeless student defies the odds to graduate as valedictorian
While residing in Covenant House, a homeless shelter for young people under 22 in New Orleans, Elijah Hogan graduated at the top of his class from Walter L. Cohen High School. The 19-year-old told Good Morning America, “It’s been tough and rough, had a few trips and falls down, [but] I’m alright.” He started his…