Patch Whiz Kid of the Week: Erin McDonnell of Morristown.
Whiz Kid Nominated By: Morristown Patch Editor John Dunphy (after being tipped off by Erin's school)
Whiz Kid's School: Senior at Kent Place School of Summit.
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Whiz Kid's Accomplishments: On Sunday, Feb. 6, Erin took part in a celebration of success at the 19th annual New Jersey National Girls and Women in Sports Day at Seton Hall University. The awards ceremony is part of the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the National Girls and Women in Sports Day, celebrated on Feb. 2. The day celebrates the athletic achievements of women and is recognized in all 50 states.
She was one of the student honorees, receiving an Outstanding Athlete Award for her athletic accomplishments.
Whiz Kid's Keys to Awesomeness: Not only does she have time to keep her studies up enough to be accepted to Harvard this fall, she recently surpassed 1,000 points scored on Kent Place's varsity basketball team.
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