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‘Full-Time Dad To 3’ Kids Earns Degree: Palmetto Graduation Shoutout

Many graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Palmetto.

A friend nominated Tomas of Palmetto for a shoutout as he graduates from the University of South Florida. He earned his college degree "while being a full-time dad to three children."
A friend nominated Tomas of Palmetto for a shoutout as he graduates from the University of South Florida. He earned his college degree "while being a full-time dad to three children." (Patch)

PALMETTO, FL — 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 Vale, who nominated Tomas of Palmetto, FL.

Graduate’s name

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Tomas

What grade is the graduate finishing?

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Bachelor's degree

What school is your graduating student graduating from?

University of South Florida

How do you know your graduating student nominee?

Friend

Tell us why they deserve to be nominated!

He managed to get his bachelor's degree while being a full-time dad to 3 children.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about your graduating student nominee?

Es un buen amigo & good dad.

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, Tomas!

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