Loganville Graduate Overcomes Obstacles, Sets Sights On Veterinary Career

Loganville, Georgia — Georgia is home to students who are showing up, standing out and making a real impact in their schools and communities. To celebrate them, Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to spotlight local students excelling in academics, athletics, the arts and beyond.

This submission comes from Missie Hawkins (Mom), who nominated Barbara KAILEY Hawkins.

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?

Barbara KAILEY Hawkins

What grade is the student in?

Graduate from Athens Adult Education

How do you know the star student?

My daughter.

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

My daughter Kailey has overcome so many obstacles in her life. From being non-verbal and on the autism spectrum to enduring extreme bullying, which caused panic attacks and anxiety, she was able to come out of her “closed-in world” and is now hardworking and dedicated to being all she can be. She graduated Tuesday and will be starting toward her career choice of becoming a veterinarian. I am so very proud of her. She’s amazing!

What three words best describe your star student?

Strong, independent, brave.

Keep up the great work, Barbara KAILEY Hawkins! If you know a star student who deserves recognition, we want to hear about them! Click here to nominate them to be featured on Patch.

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