Whiz Kid: Adam Russell

Name: Adam Russell, 13
School:
Accomplishment: Adam won an award from the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust.
Key to Awesomeness: From Emily Coulter at Sophia Academy: "The Georgia Commission on the Holocaust has recently awarded Sophia Academy seventh-grader Adam Russell third place in the state of Georgia, Middle School Division, for his essay entitled 'What are the Lessons of the Holocaust?' On Friday, Adam will attend a ceremony at the state capitol with his parents and English teacher, George Bevington. Adam will meet Gov. Nathan Deal, the speaker of the House, various Holocaust scholars and several Holocaust survivors when he accepts his award. Adam is a star student, excelling in academics, theatre, and athletics and he spends his free time doing community service and Boy Scouts. His character is exemplary, as he acts with integrity and excellence, serving as a role model and leader among his peers."

Know a great kid who made Eagle Scout or did your local soccer team take the championship? They may be our next Patch Whiz Kids honoree.

Each week, North Druid Hills-Briarcliff Patch will seek suggestions from readers for individual kids, youth groups, teens, and even sports teams that wow us with their accomplishments. We want to hear about these amazing children and teens and select one each week as the Patch Whiz Kid. Submit your nomination in our comment box below or e-mail the information to jonathan.cribbs@patch.com. Be sure to include all of the following information:

• Nominator's Name
• Nominator's E-Mail
• Whiz Kid's Name
• Whiz Kid's Age
• Whiz Kid's School
• Whiz Kid's Accomplishment
• Whiz Kid's Key to Awesomeness (what made him/her successful?)

If your nominee is selected, we'll contact you. For questions, e-mail jonathan.cribbs@patch.com.