Tinley Student-Athlete Has 'Unbelievable Drive': Grad Shoutout

TINLEY PARK, IL — Graduation is a major milestone and deserves to be celebrated! That's why Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to recognize our community's outstanding 2024 graduates.

This submission comes from Vickie O'Malley, who nominated Arabella of Tinley Park.

Graduate’s name

Arabella

What grade is the graduate finishing?

8th Grade

What school is your graduating student graduating from?

Grissom Middle School

How do you know your graduating student nominee?

Granddaughter

Tell us why they deserve to be nominated!

Arabella is an amazing person with unbelievable drive and passion. She works very hard academically to have outstanding grades. She is also a passionate athlete. She excels in football (quarterback), softball, basketball, volleyball, and track. She was voted all conference for basketball & volleyball in 7th & 8th grade. Arabella was awarded the SWIC Scholastic Athlete Award at her 8th grade awards ceremony along with the Citizenship Award.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about your graduating student nominee?

Arabella is a loving, honest, and the most caring person I know. A true friend that is very supportive and very loving of her family.

Congratulations on your achievements, and all of our best wishes to you in the future, Arabella!

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