Highland Park Student's Leadership Helps Transform Community

HIGHLAND PARK, IL — Illinois 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 Athena Hoobler who nominated Lucas of Illinois.

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?

Lucas

What grade is the student in?

11th

How do you know the star student?

Son

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

Lucas has been a dedicated scout since first grade, contributing to countless community service projects and holding many leadership positions over the years. Most recently for his Eagle Scout project and with the support of North Shore School District 112, he planned and led a trail restoration at May T. Watts Park, located behind Ravinia Elementary School. His efforts transformed the space by clearing debris from the trails, laying fresh gravel, constructing a seating area and learning circle, and installing informative signs to highlight the native plants along the paths. All this was done while preserving the significant history behind the park.

What three words best describe your star student?

Leader, hard-worker, and creative.

Keep up the great work, Lucas. 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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