Star Student: Ryder 'Has A Beautiful Heart And Spirit'

Hawaiian Gardens, California — 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 Marlene Sellers who nominated Ryder of Hawaiian Gardens, California.

Star local student’s name

Ryder

What grade is your star local student in?

7th

How do you know the star local student?

Grandmother

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

Since the day he was born, he has overcome obstacles. He was born without an ear and hearing in one of his ears. He has gone on to accomplish so much in his 13 years here, being recognized by the city of Hawaiian Gardens, Chamber of Commerce for being a top student throughout his elementary years, getting into Whitney Academy because of his academic achievements. He does not ask for any special treatment or to sit in front of any classroom so he can hear better

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

He has a beautiful heart and spirit, his respectful and kind and wants to make the world a better place

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

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