Tuesday, May 31, 2011
This fantastic first grader is helping around the house, fighting cancer and aspiring to be just like his dad.
Whiz Kid: Danny Gibel School: St. Bernadette Elementary School, first grade, Mrs. Chinchar’s class Accomplishments: Danny doesn’t mind helping out at home by doing his chores or helping his dad around the house on various projects. He also helps those in need without being asked. “I help people when I see they are hurt or sad,” he said. “I try to help my mom at home with my younger brothers and sister. I make my bed and clear off the table every day." Danny said he also puts away his clothes and cleans his room, but that's not his favorite way to help out. "My favorite way to help out at home is working with my dad on projects around the house and in the yard,” he said. Key to Awesomeness: Danny works hard and sticks to his routines to …
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St. Bernadette School
2300 Clague Rd, Westlake, OH
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Saturday, May 21, 2011
This St. Bernadette third grader has goals to support cancer research, and enjoys arts and athletics.
Whiz Kid: Grace Moley School: St. Bernadette School, 3rd grade Teacher: Miss Anders Accomplishments: Grace Moley earns high grades with a natural ability and an eagerness to learn. She enjoys her time at school, putting effort into academics as well as athletics. She recognizes that her natural abilities in certain subjects are helpful. "I love gym," she said. "It’s a break from studying. I also love phonics and spelling. I am lucky that they are easy for me." Though some of her successes come easy, she isn’t resting on her laurels. Grace works through both easy and more difficult subjects with focus and determination. "I study hard at home and I try to do what my teacher and parents ask of me," Grace said. "I also try to do extra credit …
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St. Bernadette Catholic Church and School
2256 Clague Rd, Westlake, OH
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Saturday, May 14, 2011
This fantastic freshman is into art, horseback riding and helping the less fortunate.
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: Megan Lindholm School: Westlake High School, freshman Accomplishments: Megan maintains excellent grades and has been on the high honor roll all year. Her academic excellence doesn't come without work though. "(I get good grades) by being prepared, doing my best and completing the assignments," she said. Megan added that students shouldn't be afraid to ask for help if they don't understand the material. That's one of the ways she maintains her excellent grades. Megan was also awarded the WHS March 2011 Good Citizen award. The honor is given to students nominated by their …
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Westlake High School
27830 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake, OH
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Saturday, May 7, 2011
From basketball to report cards, this Whiz Kid is a true MVP.
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: Jason Labroo School: Westlake High School, senior Accomplishments: Jason has accomplished much in the way of basketball in both his junior and senior years, being named team captain and MVP as well as receiving several awards including the Coaches Award and First Place Bank Student Athlete Award. He has also been recognized for his talents on the school baseball team. Academically, Jason is a member of the National Honor Society and maintains a spot on the high honor roll because of his excellent grades. Jason plans to attend The Ohio State University, but he hasn't yet …
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Westlake High School
27830 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake, OH
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Saturday, April 30, 2011
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: Barbara Bobal School: Westlake High School, freshman Accomplishments: Barbara has been a Youth Challenge volunteer for two years; helping out with various community causes during the school year and even during summer break. She participates in Key Club, Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), the golf and track teams and is an aid in the Good Shephard program at St. Ladislas Catholic Church, where she is also an altar server. In addition, Barbara consistently makes the honor roll for her excellent grades. "I have also earned many medals in Irish dance competitions," she said. Bobal says she constantly checks her grades online to make sure she's on top of things. "I study everyday," she said. Keys to Awesomeness: Barbara …
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Youth Challenge
800 Sharon Dr, Westlake, OH
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Westlake High School
27830 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake, OH
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Saturday, April 23, 2011
This Westlake High School freshman loves horses, film and playing the saxophone.
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 in our Whiz Kid feature. Whiz Kid: Hannah Sommers School: Westlake High School, freshman Accomplishments: Sommers consistently makes the high honor roll at WHS, so the ninth grader is definitely on her way to a fruitful high school career. "I don't slack off," Hannah said. "I try to makes sure I get all my homework done for the day ahead and not to put it off and procrastinate." Hannah said she never waits until the last minute to cram for upcoming tests, either. "When I know I have a test coming up, I study ahead of time," she explained. Hannah also made it to the Ohio State PTA …
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Westlake High School
27830 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake, OH
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Saturday, April 16, 2011
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: William Witalis School: St. Bernadette Elementary School, first grade Teacher: Mrs. Foster Accomplishments William got straight As on his last report card and received recognition for his incredible achievements in reading. "This was rewarding because I did not know how to read when I started kindergarten," he said. William also recently took home a prize for his Cub Scout troop's Pinewood Derby race. He now has two fresh patches to add to his Cub Scout uniform: the tiger and bobcat. William said that he maintains good grades in school by studying hard, paying attention and always trying to do his best. "I'm a quick learner," he said. "I excel at many things." Keys to Awesomeness William goes out of his way to help others when …
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St. Bernadette Catholic Church and School
2256 Clague Rd, Westlake, OH
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Saturday, April 9, 2011
This week's Whiz Kid is a senior at Westlake High School and a member of the National Honors Society.
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: Madison Caja School: Westlake High School, senior Accomplishments: Caja was recognized as this year's Scholar Athlete. She plays on the Westlake High School girls' basketball team and consistently makes the high honor roll. How does she get such good grades in high school while managing her extracurriculars? "I make sure I pay attention in class and stay involved," she said. "I also finish all my homework on time and study ahead for tests." Caja said she will be heading to The Ohio State University in the fall to study biochemistry. "My favorite subject is science," she said. "…
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Westlake High School
27830 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake, OH
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Thursday, March 31, 2011
From geography bees to music programs, this Westlake sixth grader has champion written all over him.
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: Benjamin Sposet Age: 12 School: Parkside Intermediate, 6th Grade Accomplishments: Benjamin won Parkside Intermediate School's geography bee in January and is headed to the state competition later this year, and he was also recognized at a state level for his self-composed musical pieces for his school's "Reflections" program. In addition, Ben's Lego Olympiad team won the Solution Award for the project they'd entered in to the competition while he took home the People's Choice award. "In the Science Olympiad, I won first in science trivia and second in aerodynamics," he added. …
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Parkside Intermediate School
24525 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake, OH
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Saturday, March 26, 2011
This Westlake High School junior helps special-needs children, volunteers at Porter Public Library and works to prevent prejudice and bullying.
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: Michelle Canastraro School: Westlake High School junior Accomplishments: Recently inducted into the French National Honor Society, Michelle also takes part in the “Facing History and Ourselves” program, where she discusses and finds solutions to problems regarding bullying and prejudice with students from schools all over the Cleveland area. She was also honored in the Kiwanis Club’s “Salute to Excellence.” Michelle takes part in French club and choir, and is captain of the WHS varsity bowling team. She takes part in Leadership Challenge where she helps students with special …
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Westlake High School
27830 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake, OH
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Michelle Adamczyk
2:46 pm on Sunday, May 8, 2011
Barbara is one of the nicest people I know and a great friend. Good job, Barb!! more ›