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Photo: Son of Chicago Bears Legend Visits Plainfield School

Jarrett Payton told stories about traveling with his dad to the White House and picking out toys for less fortunate families.

Jarrett Payton, son of the late Chicago Bears football legend Walter Payton, wades into the crowd to give a high-five to an Aux Sable Middle School student during an assembly on Tuesday Feb. 23.

Payton told stories about traveling with his dad to the White House, picking out toys for less fortunate families and learning how important it is to be generous. He encouraged students to work hard to accomplish their dreams. He also signed autographs and took photos with students and staff after his presentation.

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