Whiz Kid: Ghaad Jones is "a True Role Model"

According to Devhan Ring, Ghaad Jones is a great role model for his fellow students.

Name: Ghaad Jones, 10
School:
Nominated by: Devhan Ring – Program Coordinator, Connects Program at The Newport Community School.

Accomplishments: Ghaad Jones is a fifth grade student attending Thompson Middle School. His academic diligence and positive attitude make him a true role model for his peers. He is always very polite to anyone he comes in contact with and gives his best with every task asked of him. He is very involved and dedicated to the Newport Community School and not only participates in various activities, but acts as a leader. Ghaad also "has a kind heart and a smile that can light up the room," King said. "Ghaad is truly a Whiz Kid."

Key to Awesomeness: A positive attitude. Ghaad is an "absolute pleasure in class," continuously setting standards high for himself, and getting excited when he reaches his goals.

Do you know a Whiz Kid? Nominate them by sending name, age, school and accomplishments to cara.kenefick@patch.com