Jose Hernandez

Jose Hernandez's story is one that defies all odds. Among 8 billion people on Earth, he is one of less than 600 who've been to space. But his journey to the stars began from the humblest of beginnings.

Born into a Mexican migrant family, his early years were spent trailing across California, picking crops. Moving from school to school, laboring on weekends, and struggling with English until he was 12 made his dream of joining NASA seem impossible.

However, with his parents' unwavering belief in him and a teacher who recognized his latent potential, Jose seized the opportunity to rise above his circumstances. From the fields of California to the infinite expanse of space, Jose Hernandez serves as a beacon of resilience, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of dreams.