'Sweet' Girl Is Hard-Working Star Student

Blue Point, New York — New York 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 Francine Ferraro who nominated Ella of New York.

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?

Ella

What grade is the student in?

8th

How do you know the star student?

She’s my first grandchild

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

Ella is a very sweet girl. She has always treated people with respect. She’s been dancing since a young age. She’s also been a Girl Scout and loves sports. Ella has proven herself academically taking regents classes while only in 8th grade.

She is a hard working student She is in the NJHS (National Junior Honors Society). Her school average is above 95 and she also is a winner at the SEA-BBS Art Show 2025. She always is willing to help others and her maturity is shown everyday through her Personality & Humility.

What three words best describe your star student?

Dedication, Humility, and Character

Keep up the great work, Ella 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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