Kyle Prochotsky, a sixth-grade student at Hawthorn Middle School North, earned second place in a nationwide essay contest sponsored by the Alliance for Community Trees in partnership with the Morton Arboretum.
Kyle earned the prestigious award for his essay entitled What Did the Tree See? Kyle was surprised with the award during an all-school assembly on June 6, which was attended by his parents as well as Lydia Scott of the Morton Arboretum, who presented Kyle with a check for $250 and a plaque.
Writing teacher Audrey Dzhurov is quick to point out that Kyle is a hard worker, an excellent student – and a worthy recipient of this great honor.
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