Mercedez Fernandez born in San Diego, California, and grew up in Arizona, eventually graduating from the Gilbert Classical Academy. She was made president of the Dead Poets Society...ver maisMercedez Fernandez born in San Diego, California, and grew up in Arizona, eventually graduating from the Gilbert Classical Academy. She was made president of the Dead Poets Society by her favorite teacher and inspiration, Mr. Dodt. Her poem, 130 Chicken Nuggets, was first performed on March 7, 2019, at SoZo Coffeehouse. This is her first collection of poetry.ver menos