A classmate and neighbor of Karina at Spring Hill Middle School, who is navigating personal growth and trying to define his own identity amidst social pressures. He forms a friendship with Karina and learns from her grandfather's tutoring.

Karina’s grandfather who moves to Texas to live with her family, providing support and guidance. He becomes a math tutor at Karina’s school and positively influences both Karina and Chris.

Karina’s parents who are second-generation Indian Americans. They are loving and supportive figures in her life while trying to maintain an open dialogue about the challenges she faces.