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Kind-hearted and willing to help others.  That's how teachers at Grassland Elementary School describe 11 year old Adrian Reyna.  Combine those qualities with a tremendous work ethic and it's no surprise Adrian was chosen as Grassland's Academic All-Star.

"Adrian joined the GES family as a second grader with limited English," said Principal Dr. Ann Gordon.  "As a fifth grader, Adrian has grown tremendously and excels in academics along with his awesome English speaking skills."

Adrian moved with his family from Mexico to Middle Tennessee in 2002 and says the things he enjoys most about Grassland Elementary School are his teachers and his friends.  His favorite subject is math, and when he grows up, Adrian has dreams of becoming a professional baseball player.

By all accounts, Heritage Elementary School fifth grader Harold Arana is one of the hardest working kids at school.  Administrators say Harold is always willing to put forth the effort when it comes to his studies, which is why he was selected as the school's Academic All-Star.

"Harold is a student who has consistently made progress," said Heritage Assistant Principal Dr. Anthony Johnson.  "He continues to apply himself in everything he does and he gets the job done."

Cameron Bradley has been named Hunters Bend Elementary School's Academic All-Star for the 2010-11 school year.  Cameron was chosen for this honor because of her generous spirit and her dedication to her schoolwork.

"Cameron is one of the kindest students we have at Hunters Bend," said Principal Mike Parman.  "She works hard in everything she does and she always has a smile on her face."