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Whiz Kid: Agustin Hussain is His Name, Volunteering is His Game

This week's Whiz kid Agustin has given 300-plus hours of community service this past year alone. He has worked almost two years for the local University Place Branch library.

Whiz Kid Nominee:  Agustin Ali Hussain

Whiz Kid School: Curtis High School, sophomore

Whiz Kid Accomplishments: Agustin has given his time and talents to volunteering in our local community.  He has been involved in service hours at the University Place Branch library, Camp Uplay, Cirque Slam, and fundraising efforts for the teen space at the new Library.  One quote from a thank you letter to Agustin related--"your video helped donors understand the need for the teen space at the library" and  "helped gather over $34,500 in donations."  Giving of his time comes naturally to him as he has worked selflishly almost two years for the library.  This past weekend he was on post again in costume as  " Curious George" providing smiles and joy to the children visiting the new library. 

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Whiz Kid Awesomeness:  He is busy volunteering but is able to maintain A's and B's in school.  Agustin has earned the "Presidental Award" for his academic achievements.  He is a member of the National Honor Society and  Key Club ( a service oriented club at CHS).  He is enrolled in the Sheriff's department "Community Academy" classes.  Agustin hopes and dreams are to study criminal justice and plans on becoming a CIA or FBI agent.  We congratulate him on his community service and commend him for his achievements thus far.  Lisa and Mohammad of University Place are the proud parents of Agustin.

Know any outstanding youth, team, group, club--nominations are taking weekly for our Whiz Kid column.  Email Marion Lybbert at mmlybbert@aol.com.

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