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Girl Came to Kindergarten Student’s Rescue

This week's Whiz Kid helped her fellow student when he was in need.

Each week Peabody Patch highlights one child in Peabody making a difference. Whether they check on elderly neighbors, donate time to charity or get good grades, we love showing you how great Peabody kids are.

This week’s Whiz Kid is Alyssa Annese.

Whiz Kid’s Name: Alyssa Annese
Whiz Kid’s Age: 11-years-old
Whiz Kid’s School:

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Whiz Kid’s Accomplishment: Alyssa, on a number of occasions has stepped up and helped her fellow students. A couple of months ago at dismissal a kindergarten student started to dart in front of a moving truck. Alyssa had the presence of mind to quickly grab him and keep him out of harm’s way.

Whiz Kid’s Key to Awesomeness: Alyssa has inner strength and is a quiet leader.

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Nominator’s Name: Burke Principal Judy McNiff

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