Whiz Kids: The Members of the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Talking Bees

Earlier this week, at Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School, highlighting the success they’ve had in such a short time. 

We’ve also previously highlighted one of its members,. He’ll be representing the team at the National Forensic League Tournament this summer. 

But the students on the team deserve an additional pat on the back for their teamwork and mentoring. One of their coaches, John Kerezy, noted that the team doesn’t have an adviser in the building, so he encourages students to help one another.

“I’m so proud of the kids because they get it,” Kerezy said. 

Hannah Olsen, a member of the team, gave a good example of this teamwork. The freshman made it to the state finals this year, a big accomplishment for such a young student. Olsen said part of that was thanks to Melissa Michaud, a senior who helped her prepare for the tournament. 

Whiz Kids: The students of the Talking Bees

School:

Accomplishment: Succeeding during speech and debate competitions and taking the time to mentor other students.

Key to Awesomeness: These students work together to help everyone succeed individually and as a team.

Do you know someone who should be our next Whiz Kid? E-mail the following information to Editor Rachel Abbey:

• Your name and e-mail address,
• The Whiz Kid's name (or the name of the team or organization),
• The Whiz Kid's age/grade level,
• The Whiz Kid's school,
• The Whiz Kid's accomplishment, and 
• Just a few words about what made him or her successful.

 If your nominee is selected, we'll contact you and reach out to the potential Whiz Kid’s family.