Westlake Patch Whiz Kid: Julie Michelle Wells

Westlake kids do amazing things every day, and each week at Westlake Patch, we're going to be featuring child, teenager, club or team that really shines.

Whiz Kid: Julie Michelle Wells, 10

School: 5th grader in Mrs. Steidel's class at

Accomplishments: Julie has a helpful nature and is always thinking of others. She helps her friends with homework whenever she can and even mows the lawn for her grandmother and her neighbors during the summer.

"I like to help out," she said. "My dad just got a new job that will require him to travel a lot, so I really want to help my mom out with my little brother more. I also want to keep working hard in math because that is a subject that's hard for me. I'd really like to improve my math skills."

Key to Awesomeness: Julie isn't afraid of a challenge and works hard to improve herself. She has aspirations of becoming a forensic scientist (science is her favorite subject) and hopes to play basketball at The Ohio State University. Her favorite team is the Boston Celtics. But, she always keeps school as a top priority.

"I always make sure I have everything I need to do my homework as soon as I get home from school," she said. "Only when I'm done do I play video games or do other things."

For now, Julie's biggest dream is going to a Rascal Flatts concert. "I love them!" she said.

If you know a stellar student or great club or a terrific team, tell Editor Kate Spirgen and they might just be our next Whiz Kid!