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Sandburg HS Swim Captain Has 'Hustle, Heart': Patch Star Student
Aidan is captain of the swim and water polo teams at Carl Sandburg High School. His discipline inspires other students.
ORLAND PARK, IL — 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 Anita who nominated Aidan of Orland Park.
Star local student’s name
Aidan Reyes
Star local student’s home state
Illinois
How do you know the star local student?
He is my son
Why do you believe the star local student should be recognized?
Aidan is an all-star athlete who is focused and driven to succeed. He has the tenacity to get things done and surpass what is requested of him. Aidan is the captain of the Carl Sandburg swim and water polo team. He is a mentor to his teammates and pushes them to do and be their best. He is very disciplined and trains like no other. He wakes up at 4:30 a.m. for 5:30-8:30 a.m. swim practice then stays after school from 3 to 6 p.m. swim practice. Because of this discipline, Aidan helps other students to shift their mindsets for success.
What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star local student?
He has hustle and heart. He is a great mentor, motivator and athlete.
Congratulations on your achievements, and all of our best wishes to you in the future, Aidan!
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