Toms River Teen Recognized For Dedication In Academics, Athletics And Service

Toms River, New Jersey — New Jersey 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 Aunt Beryl, who nominated Cecelia.

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?

Cecelia

What grade is the student in?

12

How do you know the star student?

How do you NOT know her?!

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

Cecelia “Cece” is a down-to-earth, give-more-than-she-takes, compassionate human being. She is a senior in high school but is already a sophomore in college, having been accepted to a four-year college during her junior year and started taking classes online at SCADnow toward her bachelor’s degree in Architecture in 2025. She is holding a job, plays soccer, throws shot put, discus, and javelin for her high school, mentors and coaches youth goalkeepers in her area, is a mental health advocate, and volunteers in the community. She does it all but never boasts or brags about herself. If you know her, you are so lucky—if you don’t, it’s a shame!

What three words best describe your star student?

Determined, Dedicated, Leader

Keep up the great work, Cecelia! 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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