Hanover Park 19-Year-Old Praised For Selflessness And Compassion

Hanover Park, Illinois — Illinois 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 Terry, who nominated Amare Reed.

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What is the star student’s name?

Amare Reed

What grade is the student in?

He’s 19 and was homeschooled.

How do you know the star student?

He’s my grandson.

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

This is a 19-year-old young man who takes care of his mother. She is in a wheelchair and needs assistance. He cooks every meal for her, goes to her doctor appointments with her, assists her in all that she needs and even helps with his two younger sisters. He takes her wheelchair down and puts it in the car. He gets paid to help her and even gives her some of his money to get groceries.

You don’t find many 19-year-olds who will do that. He puts everybody first. He’ll help me if I need it also. He’s a bright young guy.

I love him dearly.

What three words best describe your star student?

Bright, Outstanding, Intelligent.

Keep up the great work, Amare Reed! 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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