Sha'Nya 'Has A Spirit Of Giving Back': That Makes Her A Star Student

JOLIET, Illinois — Star Students are found in classrooms, on concert and theater stages and at debate lecterns, and out in the community doing good things to make life better for all of us.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize Star Students, and we’re working to tell the stories of these outstanding kids to their neighbors.

This submission comes from Connie H. Ellis who nominated Sha'Nya, a 9th Grade Joliet West of Joliet.

Star local student’s name

Sha'Nya, 9th Grade Joliet West

Star local student’s home state

Illinois

How do you know the star local student?

Granddaughter

Why do you believe the star local student should be recognized?

Sha'Nya is on the High Honor Roll. She is a volunteer with Including You, Inc. She lend her help with the annual Family Fun Festival working with the youth in a variety of activities; as well as other fundraisers with the organization. Sha'Nya is on the track team at Joliet West. She is a mentor to her younger sisters. She has a Spirit of Giving Back.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star local student?

Sha'Nya enjoy the art of Sign Language and is a huge fan of K-Pop. She's an excellent cook. She is readily available to help her younger sisters with homework. She can brighten up the day with just her smile

Congratulations on your achievements, and all of our best wishes to you in the future,Sha'Nya, 9th Grade Joliet West!

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