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Here's Why Florence Was Nominated As A Star Local Student
She is very kind and tries to help others and make everyone feel included, the person who nominated her says.

Islip Terrace, New York — 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 Florence DiMartino who nominated Florence of Islip Terrace, New York.
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Star local student’s name
Florence
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What grade is your star local student in?
11th
How do you know the star local student?
My daughter
Why do you believe the star local student should be recognized?
She belongs to 12 clubs. She is the president of SADD. The treasurer of student government. Vice president of class of 2025. She is in interact club. She is in music honor society. She is a very responsible, dependable a leader and hard worker. She maintains high honors while holding a job for several years. She is a very active member in her school. She loves meeting new people and doing new things. Her teachers adore her and look up to her for assistance. She helps organize and lead a Fashion Show. She has many hours of community service. She was an active girl scout for many years.
What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star local student?
She is very kind and tries to help others and make everyone feel included.
Congratulations on your achievements, and all of our best wishes to you in the future, Florence!
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