West Orange, NJ|News|
2 Hardworking West Orange Students Applauded By County Commissioners
The board of commissioners honored several local students at their 21st annual “Essex County Celebrates Youth” event.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Star Students
Celebrating local students and spotlighting how they make our community special.
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Hardworking Nutley Student Applauded By Essex County Commissioners
The board of commissioners honored several local students at their 21st annual “Essex County Celebrates Youth” event.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair State University Grad Builds Apparel Brand From His Dorm Room
While pursuing a BFA, Emmanuel Ozias launched Lock1n, a sportswear company – and gave back to the New Jersey community that raised him.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Bloomfield College Graduate Turns Passion For Games Into Tool For Learning
“I grew up on Nintendo,” Abraham Rubio says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|News|
San Ramon Students Win National Merit Scholarships
Two San Ramon students received scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|News|
Danville Students Win National Merit Scholarships
Two Danville students received scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|News|
San Ramon 5th Grader Wins 2nd Place At State Spelling Bee
Quail Run student Akshara Thummala won second place at the Elementary Division of the California State Spelling Bee.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair State University Students Turn Their Hearing Loss Into Audiology Careers
It's been a " full-circle journey" for these two students at Montclair State University.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|Neighbor News|
San Carlos Student Turns Pickleballs Into Puzzles
A Carlmont High School student has a clever way to prevent pickleballs from filling up landfills.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Teens Form Bonds, Friendships During Visit To China
A group of Mandarin students at West Orange High School made some lifelong memories during a trip to China.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Nutley HS Football Player Earns ‘Most Valuable Teammate’ Award
A Nutley High School football player has been named as the 2025 Diane Greco Sajle Scholarship award recipient.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Cheshire, CT|News|
Star Student Is Determined, Dedicated
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Star Student Raised $16K For Charity
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Beaumont Star Student Is 'Smart, Loving'
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Weston Student-Athlete Is Competitive Golfer
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Local H.S. Student Who Volunteers 'Frequently' Is Star Student
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Weston Star Student Is 'Driven, Compassionate'
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Star Student Is Competitive Fencer, Has 4.0 GPA
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|News|
Straight-A Student From Orange Recognized For Accomplishments
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Marple Newtown, PA|News|
H.S. Student Who Helped Start Dance Team Gets Star Student Nod
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|News|
Star Student Recognized For Volunteer Work
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford Star Student Recognized For Volunteer Work
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Milford Star Student Is Empathetic, Compassionate
Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to spotlight students excelling in academics, athletics and community service.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Youth Team Up To Plant Trees, Clean Their Neighborhoods
These students transformed their neighborhoods with purpose and pride for Earth Day.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|Sponsored|
UMW’s Rylie Vann Earns Statewide ‘Scholar Of The Year’ Award
The graduating senior earned the prestigious honor for her creativity and drive across multiple academic and campus roles.
Bedford, NH|Sponsored|
Bedford Athlete And Scholarship Winner Shines On and Off the Court
Kate Allard, a BU-bound basketball star from Bedford High, is a leader in sports, academics and the school community.
Conroe-Montgomery County, TX|Sponsored|
TWHS Senior Is An Exemplary Debate Leader And Inclusion Advocate
Alex Hant received $2,500 from the American Furniture Warehouse and KPRC2 News station for her academic excellence and civic engagement.
Clinton, CT|Sponsored|
Clinton Scholar And Fencing Star Pursues Microbiology Ph.D.
Kozak earned Connecticut's top academic honor last year while mentoring peers, researching viruses and leading campus clubs at Eastern.
Long Valley, NJ|Sponsored|
Long Valley Native Heads to Cambridge & Harvard After Colgate Success
Sarah Miller earned the Gates Cambridge and Goldwater scholarships while excelling in physics, lacrosse and campus leadership.
New London, CT|Sponsored|
New London Senior Balances Athletics, Leadership And Academics
Alex Churis, class vice president and multi-sport captain, has left a lasting legacy at New London High.
Tolland, CT|Sponsored|
Tolland Trio Scores Big With Academic Wins And $92K Scholarship
Ahshvi Shah, Wilsey Zahner and Cecilia Ruiz-Giro represented Tolland High at Disney after taking top honors at a business competition.
Petaluma, CA|Sponsored|
Petaluma Student Makes A Roaring Impact With Wildlife Education
Gloria Reyes-Mitchell of Petaluma High received a Youth Service Award for her leadership, mentorship and passion for hands-on education.
Anne Arundel, MD|Sponsored|
Anne Arundel County Student ‘Winns’ Accolades For Short Films
Severna Park’s own Nathan Winn netted two wins at college film festivals for his debut short film, “Gone.”
Mendham-Chester, NJ|Sponsored|
Mendham ‘Unsung Hero’ Celebrated For Leadership, Athletics, Academics
A standout in the classroom, the field and the mock trial courtroom, Francesca Voyles leads by example and uplifts those around her.
Lacey, NJ|Sponsored|
Lacey Student Researcher Saving Local Beaches
MATES graduate Caroline Liebmann was recognized by the Garden Club of LBI for her microplastics research and local sustainability efforts.
Palm Desert, CA|Sponsored|
Palm Desert’s Hannah Albert Balances Fierce Play With A 4.2 GPA
The senior standout earned Student Athlete of the Week for leading her team to the CIF playoffs while maintaining top marks in class.
Nashua, NH|Sponsored|
Nashua Teens Build Free Coding Class For Elementary Students
Meenakshi Dwaraka and Salome Castillo Valencia were named April’s Granite Staters of the Month for expanding tech access in their community.
Manchester, NJ|Sponsored|
Manchester’s Shay Juralewicz Balances Brains And Breakaways
Salutatorian, soccer captain and community leader, Shay is now taking her talents to Emerson College and the field of speech therapy.
Ocean City, NJ|Sponsored|
Teen BMXer From Ocean City Raises $250K To Fight Cancer
Ryland Bricker’s “Race for Life” campaign supports The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society through BMX and community fundraising.
Channahon-Minooka, IL|Sponsored|
Channahon-Minooka Student Recognized For Hitting All The Right Notes
Minooka senior Nyah McCallum keeps a 4.17 GPA while leading in music, service and school spirit, and has big ambitions beyond graduation.
