Max Hightower, a senior in high school.
Amy Hightower
- Max Hightower was thrilled when he was cast in "Oklahoma" in his senior theater production.
- His thrill changed to confusion and hurt when he was suddenly dropped from the role for being trans.
- Hightower's family and supporters went head to head with the school board over the decision.
Max Hightower is a typical high school boy in most ways.
His main passion is theater — a space where he has been involved in productions and camps...