Wilmette Star Student Is Award-Winning Cellist

WILMETTE, ILLINOIS — 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 Yana Nedvetsky who nominated Jan 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?

Jan

What grade is the student in?

12

How do you know the star student?

My son

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

2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts and current 2025 semi-finalist U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, one of 14 in Illinois and 600 nationwide. Award winning cellist. Founder, Musicians for Hope, supporting under-funded music programs in Chicago area public schools

What three words best describe your star student?

Dedicated, great friend, very humble

Keep up the great work, Jan 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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