Whiz Kid: Valentine Student Body President Alex McCrary

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This week's Whiz Kid is Alex McCrary, a 10-year-old from . Alex is the current student body president of Valentine Elementary School and is striving to make her school a better place.

Her father Mike is an industrial real estate broker and mother Alison is an active volunteer for the school community. She has two sisters, Kelly, age 14, a freshman at and Cameron, age 12, a 7th grader at .

Their family pet is Bubba, a one-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dog

Whiz Kid's Name: Alex McCrary

Whiz Kid's Age: 10 years old

Whiz Kid's School: Valentine Elementary School, 5th grader

Whiz Kid's Accomplishment:

Valentine School Student Body President

Whiz Kid's Key to Awesomeness:

The key to Alex's awesomenss is the amount of enthusiasm and dedication she applies to not only her school life, but all facets of her journey towards making the world a better place. Her fun loving attitude is just one of Alex's personal qualities that's highly regarded amongst those that surround her--be it friends, family, or peers. What's more amazing about Alex is not just her drive to make good on her campaign promises (less homework for students) but to be part of something truly special; especially, reaching out to students and faculty through her responsibilities as PA announcer.

She's certainly no hands-off leader. One of her main philanthropic missions as Madam President of Valentine Elementary School is to create a "Birthday Box" collection (birthday paper goods, ribbons, gift wrap, arts and crafts, cake frosting, etc.) to be donated to shelters for the needy.  It's Alex mission to bring a smile to every face she can reach, especially those who have come under hard economic circumstances. Additionally, Alex is a 5th year Girl Scout; attends Martine Cotillion; and plays soccer, softball, and even golf sometimes. She is certainly well-rounded--an aspect that stands as the hallmark of a good leader.

She also wants to be a fashion designer in the future.

Bonus Questions:

What is your favorite food?: Cheese!

What is the last book that you read for pleasure: Crooked Kind of Perfect

If you had the power to change one thing in the world to make it a better place, what would it be?: I would decree a day in every school to be homework free!