Enfield 5th Grader 'Killing It' After Overcoming Obstacles

ENFIELD, CT — Connecticut 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 Shelby Therrien, who nominated Madison of Connecticut.

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?

Madison

What grade is the student in?

5th

How do you know the star student?

She’s my daughter

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

She’s made LEAPS to be where she is today. With COVID ruining her beginning school years, to navigating an ADHD diagnosis, she’s killing it. She’s an advocate for other kids struggling too, which is amazing. She’s so ready for middle school and I couldn’t be more proud of where she’s come from!

What three words best describe your star student?

Determined, strong, empathetic.

Keep up the great work, Madison. 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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