Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville 7th Grader A True Friend And Role Model
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
IL Star Students
Celebrating local students and spotlighting how they make our community special.
Joliet, IL|News|
Crest Hill Student Has Compassionate, Giving Outlook On Life
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
Highland Park Student's Leadership Helps Transform Community
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Local Student Wins Illinois Poetry Competition, Competes At Nationals
Niles West High School junior Yohanna Endashaw, the 2-time Illinois Poetry Out Loud champion, competed Wednesday in the national semifinals.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
OFHS Teen Makes All Feel Welcome, Stands By Friends: Star Student
Emma is a dedicated soccer player, AP student, band member, and "an amazing person." She also loves metal music!
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
'He Is The Most Giving Young Man': Plainfield Teen Cited Star Student
We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local who is having an impact in Plainfield.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
'They Are Academic Stars': Plainfield Twins Excel In Academics, Sports
We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here are two who are having an impact in Plainfield.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
Plainfield Central Choir Singer Cited As Star Student: Here's Why
We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local who is having an impact in Plainfield.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
See Why A Plainfield South Sophomore Was Shouted Out As A Star Student
We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local who is having an impact in Plainfield.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Oak Forest HS Junior, Soon Eagle Scout A Force On Stage, In Friendship
Joseph, a junior at Oak Forest High School, always comes prepared—to hone his skills, encourage castmates, even bandage wounds.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
New Lenox Sixth Grader A Star On Stage, In School and Friendships
Alyssa loves to sing, dance, and perform in musical theater productions. She'll star in Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin this summer.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Niles West High School Senior 'One Of The Most Mature Students'
NWHS 12th grader Enna is a "prolific musician, visual artist, photographer and a great human being," according to her orchestra director.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Multi-instrumentalist Niles West Star Student Releases Debut Record
The Skokie 11th grader plays violin, guitar, piano, drums, sings and produces music.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
'Gives Us Hope For Peaceful Future': Deerfield Star Student
We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Deerfield.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|Sponsored|
Wheaton Track Star Is Kind & Compassionate: Meet Daijion
Daijon also "has a strong belief in helping others," says his grandmother, Patricia.
New Lenox, IL|News|
New Lenox Girl Lights Up A Stage, Loves To Sing: Patch Star Student
A New Lenox girl has performed in several musicals, and enjoys sharing her gift with family, friends, and crowds!
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
'Dedicated' Student, 'Outstanding' Soccer Player: Star Student
We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local who is having an impact in Bolingbrook.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Romeoville, IL|News|
RHS Wrestler, Athlete 'Cares About Others': Romeoville Star Student
We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Romeoville.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Vernon Hills, IL|News|
Vernon Hills Star Student Skates In Speed Skating World Cup Qualifiers
The Vernon Hills High School senior also plays cello, acts in school plays and has been a peer tutor for the past three years.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
LFHS Senior Excels At Entrepreneurship, Helps Those With Disabilities
The Lake Forest High School 12th grader is CEO one of the country's top five business incubator groups last year.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|News|
Mokena Star Student Carson Junior Brings Awareness To Veterans
The Lincoln-Way high school student represented the region recently after writing an essay that was honored at a statewide competition.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Skokie Star Student Spreads Awareness Around Mental Illness
The local 12th grader last year founded the Mental Health Matters club at Niles West High School.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Wilmette Star Student 'Makes The Most Of Every Situation'
The standout soccer goalkeeper graduated New Trier High School in three and a half years — and still found time to learn to fly planes.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|News|
'He's My Hero,' Mom Says Of Plainfield Star Student
We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local who is having an impact in Plainfield.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Star Student: Oswego Senior Excels In Academics, Extracurriculars
We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local who is having an impact in Oswego.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|News|
Here’s Why An Oswego Freshman Was Shouted Out As A Star Student
We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local who is having an impact in Oswego.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|News|
Yorkville 2nd Grader Cited As Star Student: Here's Why
We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local who is having an impact in Yorkville.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Bringing Kindness To School: Hinsdale Star Students
The boys ran a hot chocolate stand in December to raise money for the Hinsdale Humane Society.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
'Full Honesty And Love': La Grange Star Student
The Lyons Township High School junior's activities include speech and theater.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Teen Runs Nonprofit Bike Shop: La Grange Star Student
He fixes bicycles and donates them to area homeless shelters and families who have no cars.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|News|
'Wide Spectrum Of Activities': Darien Star Student
He and his two brothers raised $1,000 at a lemonade stand.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Park First Grader Is Mom's Hero, She Says: Star Student
"RayRay" is on the autism spectrum, and continues to overcome odds and amaze medical professionals with his progress, mom says.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
Autism 'Nothing Less Than A Superpower' For OF Teen: Star Student
Oak Forest's Jason, a senior at Mount Carmel, has flourished in high school, with dedication to several sports, SADD, and Campus Ministry.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Wilmette Star Student Runs Own Business As Compassionate Role Model
Miles, a junior at New Trier High School, started a business called Millmette Camps, Parties and Games.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|News|
Skokie Star Student Is Dedicated To Humanitarian Efforts
Niles West High School student Alishba is devoted to volunteer work and raising money to help those in need.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland 6th Grader Loves Music & Theater, Inspires Others: Star Student
The pre-teen works diligently at violin, as well as ballet, and volunteers her time at local theater productions to help inspire others.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|News|
OFHS Senior A Dedicated Volunteer, 'Lifts Everyone Up': Star Student
OFHS senior and soccer player Nolan leads by a strong example. He's a dedicated athlete and percussionist, as well as active volunteer.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
Star Student Shows 'Leadership, Initiative,' 'Social Responsibility'
Mira, a Lake Forest 12th grader, launched a blood drive at her high school and provided menstrual supplies to over 3,700 girls in India.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Wilmette Student Expands Reuse-And-Recycle Project, Now In 3rd Year
The local 10th grader diverted more than 200 pounds of school supplies from landfills last year.
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
Highland Park, IL|News|
‘Morgan’s Mission’ Raises Childhood Cancer Awareness: IL Star Student
As Morgan has faced the unimaginable, her brother Connor's response has always been, "How can I help?"
Jonah Meadows, Patch Staff
