Whiz Kid of the Week: Brandan Ford

Name: Brandan Ford

Age: 18

School:

Residence: Tinton Falls, NJ

Accomplishment: Ford was named Monmouth Regional’s Student of the Month for January. Joseph Modoni, Ford’s guidance counselor, nominated him because of his involvement in the school: “I had an information technology internship with the administration this summer and in January, I helped with the teachers' convention. I helped supply the laptops and helped with anything they needed,” said Ford.

School Involvement: Ford is involved in several sports and activities like track and football. He is involved in Heroes and Cool Kids, which helps middle school students make good decisions as they transition into the high school. He also is involved in Freshman Transition, a group that talks to freshman about their transition into the upper grade levels. Ford is also treasurer of his class.

Future Plans: Ford has narrowed down his college choices to James Madison University in Virginia and Indiana University. Although he likes IT, he wants to major in business and one day hopes to be an entrepreneur.

Fun Fact: “Not too many people know I race dirt bikes in Pennsylvania.”