Micah Barba

Both my parents are from Texas. My dad’s family lived in Mexico. They came to Texas for Christmas holidays and that’s when my dad was born, on Dec 24. My dad lived with his aunt until his family (my grandparents) could get legal status and come live with him in Texas.

My mom was born in Texas. She is the 3rd generation on her dad’s side to be born here in the U.S. My great grandfather worked on the farms and he was able to bring his family here. They would often hide in caves or forests when Immigration officers were checking status on farms.

My past is part of who I am. I dream for myself a life that is easier than what my mom and dad’s parents had to go through. I am lucky to have the opportunity to go to college. I am taking mechanic classes in school and also taking a university path. I work hard to receive good grades in my classes. But I want my friends to be able to have this too without worrying about legalization. And maybe one day, for them and for me, we won’t be stereotyped by our ethnicity. That is my dream.