Impossible Possibilities highlights specific words through its "True Context" program that reflect student perseverance, creativity, drive and innovation. The organization then pairs high school students in the Tarrant and Dallas counties with the word that best defines their individual stories.

Each student's journey is revealed in a featured profile story and pictorial spread. If you know a student who is making an impact both inside and outside the classroom, please submit a nomination for the True Context by Clicking Here.

1.  Having made a firm decision and being resolved not to change it 
2.  Processing or displaying resolve 
3.  Devoting full strength and concentrated attention to

Synonyms:

constant, decided, decisive, earnest, intent, purposeful, steadfast, strong-minded, unfaltering, unwavering

“We must remember that one determined person can make a significant difference, and that a small group of determined people can change the course of history.”  Sonia Johnson

“Some are destined to succeed, some are determined to succeed.”  H. H. Swami Tejomayananda 

“People of mediocre ability sometimes achieve outstanding success because they don't know when to quit. Most men succeed because they are determined to.”  George Allen

"It's the constant and determined effort that breaks down all resistance, sweeps away all obstacles.”  Claude M. Bristol