Murrieta 4th Grader Shines In The Arts, Inspires Others

MURRIETA, CA — California is full of bright, driven young people making a difference in and out of the classroom. That’s why Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.

This submission comes from Diego Ruiz, who nominated Lucy Marie Ruiz of California.

If you know a student who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate them to be featured as a Star Student on Patch.

What is the star student’s name?

Lucy Marie Ruiz

What grade is the student in?

4th

How do you know the star student?

Daughter

Tell us about your star student's accomplishments and why they deserve to be recognized on Patch!

My daughter is a bright, well-rounded 4th grader who excels academically and shines in the arts. She consistently achieves top marks in reading, math, and science, driven by a genuine love of learning and an inquisitive mind. Beyond the classroom, she is deeply committed to her faith and carries herself with kindness, humility, and integrity.

What truly sets her apart is her dedication to the performing arts. After school, she devotes her time to singing, dancing, and acting, where she expresses her creativity and discipline with joy and passion. Whether she’s solving math problems or preparing for a stage performance, she approaches everything she does with heart and hard work.

She deserves to be recognized not only for her accomplishments but for her character. She embodies balance, resilience, and a desire to grow, not just for herself, but to inspire others through her example.

What three words best describe your star student?

Dedicated, curious, responsible.

Keep up the great work, Lucy. If you know an outstanding student who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate them to be featured on Patch.

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