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'The Son Everyone Would Want To Have': Newark Star Student

Neil is an Eagle Scout who puts others first.

Neil, of Newark, was nominated to be a Star Student.
Neil, of Newark, was nominated to be a Star Student. (Catancio)

NEWARK, CA — 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 Catancio who nominated Neil of Newark

Star local student’s name

Neil

Star local student’s home state

California

How do you know the star local student?

Neighborhood - like a son to us.

Why do you believe the star local student should be recognized?

He is an outstanding student. He is an Eagle Scout. Neil has always been reliable and comes to visit when we are sick. He tries hard to always do the best he can. For example, he provides a strong friendship to our daughter since they attended preschool. He has a genuine mindset and puts others first.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star local student?

He is the son everyone would want to have.

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

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