Wow this is an amazing true life story, Miguel may not have the easy path in his life his high school journey or even hidls choice of a career, but one thing I noticed in your story is that you watched his steps, his diving Into music and how he chased his dreams relentlessly it shows that good teachers play important roles in the life of their students.
You may not have been rewarded buy just like you said seeing him suceesfull is a delightful thing to you already.
Amazing story here it was worth reading