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Park Forest Educator Praised For Going The Extra Mile For Students
Thomas Harper III is known for mentoring students and helping them reach their goals.

Park Forest, Illinois — Behind every thriving student is someone who believed in them. To celebrate these mentors, Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to spotlight the educators, coaches and role models supporting the next generation.
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What is the mentor, coach or educator’s name?
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Thomas Harper III
What is your relationship to them?
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Colleague
How have they made an impact?
Thomas will go the extra mile for any and all students he comes across. He is a great mentor to all students. They always say, "If it wasn't for Mr. Thomas, I would not be where I am right now."
What are three words that best describe them?
Loyal, committed, inspirational.
Thank you for all you do, Thomas Harper III!
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