Jimalita Tillman speaks with admiration about her daughter, Dorothy Jean Tillman II, who achieved a doctoral degree in integrated behavioral health from Arizona State University at the age of 17. Jimalita, a single parent who began homeschooling Dorothy at age 7, encouraged her daughter’s exceptional academic journey by nurturing her curiosity and passion for learning. She emphasizes the importance of following a child’s interests and allowing them to teach others as a way to build confidence and deeper understanding.
