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Here’s Why Tatum Was Shouted Out As 2024 Grad
Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Poway.

POWAY, CA — Graduation is a major milestone and deserves to be celebrated! That's why Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to recognize our community's outstanding 2024 graduates.
This submission comes from Michael DiTolla who nominated Tatum of Poway.
Graduate’s name
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Tatum
What grade is the graduate finishing?
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College
What school is your graduating student graduating from?
Colorado State University
How do you know your graduating student nominee?
Granddaughter
Tell us why they deserve to be nominated!
Near 4.0 GPA Has jobs on campus to help pay tuition and living costs. Has had two internships. A semester abroad study in Germany. Is going to continue and get a Masters degree in environmental science.
What's one thing you want everyone to know about your graduating student nominee?
She is a very well-rounded person. Of course studies come first, but she makes time for entertainment and having a good time also. She makes time to volunteer and help other spend time with the animal shelters. She is always happy and has an amazing joy for life. In my mind, I am so proud of her.
What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star local student?
Congratulations on your achievements, and all of our best wishes to you in the future, Tatum!
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