An Aurora school is coming together to help one of its students who is suffering from a mobility disability achieve his dreams of seeing the world
Michael Roloff is an advanced manufacturing student at Pickens Technical College. He's also a talented artist and game designer.
Roloff also suffers from diabetes, but his spirit and aspirations haven’t been daunted by these challenges. "So the biggest piece is having hand controls. So I don't have to rely on my feet, which may or may not be working or in a comfortable position at any given time. But then also, things like a stool and like handrails and the shower, and like, maybe a wheelchair ramp," said Roloff.Roloff is the recipient of the school's Pay it Forward campaign, which was started by a former student a few years ago.The event featured things like an auction, raffle, food and other fun activities.
"Michael has a lot of physical conditions, but he has a giant spirit. I just, I get emotional talking about him. He's just a cool kid, just needs a little extra help," said Pickens Technical College Assistant Director Pat Duhalde.
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