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Whiz Kids: A.J. Amadio, Jr

Local volunteer helping kids with autism

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Our honoree this week is  A.J. Amadio, Jr.

Name:  A.J. Amadio, Jr.

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Age: 12

School: Sacred Heart of Bayside

Accomplishments:

•Principal List
•Member of Student Government
•Travel soccer player

Key To Awesomeness:

A.J. cares about people and often gives of his own time to help other children. In his free time, A.J. volunteers as a peer mentor for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, which helps children learn to socialize and play age appropriate games, allowing these children to bring new skills to their schools and expand friendships and social opportunities.

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