'Kind, Genuine Person': Dublin Star Student

DUBLIN, CA — Star Students are found in classrooms, on concert and theater stages and at debate lecterns, and out in the community doing good things to make life better for all of us. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize Star Students, and we’re working to tell the stories of these outstanding kids to their neighbors. This submission comes from Erin Matheny, who nominated her son Troy.

Star local student’s name: Troy 11th

Star local student’s hometown: Dublin

How do you know the star local student? Parent

Why do you believe the star local student should be recognized?

Troy has been in involved in Best Buddies since starting high school. Best Buddies is a friendship club that pairs students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDDs) with other students to promote friendships. Troy has been Vice-President this year and next year he will be President of the club. He is also a big promoter of inclusion for all at Dublin High. He has also been recently elected as Vice-President of ASB, giving him an even stronger voice for inclusion for the entire student body.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star local student?

He is a very kind, genuine person who is always willing and available to help others. He spends a majority of his free time volunteering and mentoring others.

Congratulations on your achievements, and all of our best wishes to you in the future, Troy !

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