10-year-old battling heart disorder surprised with trip to Disney World

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Friday, November 22, 2019
10-year-old battling heart disorder surprised by Make-A-Wish with trip to Disney World
JT's classmates at MaST II Charter School in Philadelphia broke the news he's going to the happiest place on earth!

PHILADELPHIA, Pa (WPVI) -- A 10-year-old in Philadelphia who is battling a heart disorder is going to Disney World thanks to Make-A-Wish Philadelphia!

JT was surprised by his classmates at MaST II on Friday and learned his wish is coming true.

The school planned a surprise ceremony in front of classmates, school administrators, family members and the Make-A-Wish staff to let him know he will be traveling to Walt Disney World on his wish trip.

The 10-year-old has been battling a vascular disorder and he said his classmates have been very supportive while he underwent multiple surgeries.

The family is counting down the days until they leave on December 11.