YUCAIPA – (INT) - A 10-year-old girl will make college history when she becomes the youngest ever to graduate from the Yucaipa-based Crafton Hills Community College.

Alisa Perales will cross the stage on May 23rd with not one but two associate degrees—one in multiple sciences and another in mathematics. Her final GPA will be “close” to a 4.0.

Remarkably, Alisa could have earned two additional degrees in computer science and physics had she stayed one more semester.

“When I first started at Crafton (at the age of 8), I was a little bit nervous…because this was my first time going to a public school,” said Alisa, “but then I met some really nice people, and that was super helpful.”

Alisa’s love for learning began early. By her first birthday, she had already moved beyond basic ABCs and 123s. Guided by her father, Rafael Perales, she has been focused on expanding her knowledge ever since.

Story Date: April 28, 2025