On February 14, 2018, tragedy struck Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Amid the terror of one of America’s deadliest school shootings, a 15-year-old freshman named Anthony Borges became a symbol of selflessness and extraordinary courage.

When the gunman began his rampage, Anthony made a split-second decision that would change — and save — lives. As panic spread, he rushed to the classroom door and used his own body as a shield, holding it shut to keep the shooter from entering. His act bought precious time and stopped the attacker from reaching his classmates.

Anthony was shot five times that day. The bullets tore through his lungs, abdomen, and legs — injuries that could have easily taken his life. Yet his sacrifice protected 20 students hiding inside the room, giving them the chance to survive.

What followed was a long and grueling recovery. Months in the hospital, multiple surgeries, and endless physical therapy tested his strength. But Anthony pulled through. Against all odds, he healed — carrying scars that tell a story of bravery few could imagine.

Today, Anthony Borges is remembered not just as a survivor, but as a hero. His courage in the face of unimaginable danger turned tragedy into hope and showed the world the power of one young man’s determination to protect others.

✨ A lesson of resilience. A legacy of bravery.