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Downington Student Applauded For Integrity, Academic Success
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DOWNINGTON, PA — Pennsylvania 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 Karen Battista, who nominated William Battista of Pennsylvania.
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.
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What is the star student’s name?
William Battista
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What grade is the student in?
8th
How do you know the star student?
Grandson
Tell us about your star student's accomplishments and why they deserve to be recognized on Patch!
Bill has consistently earned very good grades. He was accepted into The Downingtown Stem Academy. He has achieved Student of the Month status several times. His team came in sixth for the Future Cities competition. They are being honored at Drexel University in May for their accomplishments.
What three words best describe your star student?
Integrity, kindness and respect.
Keep up the great work, William. 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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