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Recent CCSU Graduate 'Uses His Talents To Help Others'

This Litchfield resident has a history of using his skills and knowledge to help children with special needs.

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Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate local graduates and give them the recognition they deserve. (Kathleen Vermilyea)

LITCHFIELD, CT — Graduation is a major milestone and deserves to be celebrated! That's why Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to recognize our community's outstanding 2024 graduates.

This submission comes from Kathleen Vermilyea who nominated her grandson Luke Vermilyea of Litchfield, graduating from Central Connecticut University.

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He was a recipient of the President’s Citation Award because of his skills and knowledge of helping children with special needs. He modified battery ride on cars for children with physical disabilities.

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He is so smart and talented. He uses his talents to help others. So proud of him.

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


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