East Norriton Mom Overcomes Challenges To Graduate With Honors

East Norriton, Pennsylvania — Pennsylvania 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 Denise D, who nominated Kathleen.

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?

Kathleen

What grade is the student in?

College

How do you know the star student?

She's my daughter

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

Kathleen is a single mom who works a tough full-time job while raising a 7-year-old son. She took online classes at ASU to achieve a master’s degree in forensic psychology so she and her son can have a good life. Even when things got tough for her, she never gave up! Not only did she achieve her goal, she’s graduating with honors! Way to go, Kathleen! Amazing woman!

What three words best describe your star student?

Caring. Loving. Tough.

Keep up the great work, Kathleen! 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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