Amazing 'Willy Wonka' Kids at Colfax

Cathy Flynn knows a when she sees one, but she also knows an astounding group of kids, too.

This talented bunch of fifth graders are performing at Colfax Charter Elementary School this weekend in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Then, next month their own rock band is performing a concert, "Rockin' for the Arts" to raise money for their arts programs at school

They are all very active in , a leadership organization that volunteers at food banks, homeless shelters and tutors younger students. They're a really tight-knit but non-clicky group who have been nearly inseparable for nearly six years, but will be scattered into a variety of middle school programs next September.

Whiz Kids’ Names: Mary Belle Morris, Saige Clay, Jenae Patterson, Deanna & Rebecca Linck, Abby Gold, Maya Zaldivar, Cooper Ladomade, Violet Farley, Madison Baker, Olivia Bodner, Joelle Llorens, Grace Matthews, Marina Byard, Ella & Ruby Moser, Isabella Selph, Alithia Tuttle, Alexandra Biasini and Sophie Perry

Whiz Kids’ Ages: 10-11 (5^th grade)

Whiz Kids’ School: Colfax Charter Elementary

Whiz Kids’ Accomplishments: Performing (singing, acting, dancing) in all school plays, active volunteers in Turning Pages Leadership Council.

Whiz Kid's Key to Awesomeness: Loads of talent, positive attitude, desire to help others, constant push for “we’re all in this together” rather than “every man for himself.

These are the greatest examples of what a is all about!