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Patch Whiz Kid Jack McKenna

Jack McKenna is the president of PRHS's Gay Straight Alliance Club, an organization dedicated to making the school friendly to all walks of life.

Patch Whiz Kid of the Week

Whiz Kid: Jack McKenna

Whiz Kid's School: Pearl River High School, 12th grade

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Whiz Kid's Accomplishment: Jack McKenna was voted the president of PRHS's GSA Club, or the Gay Straight Alliance Club.

Whiz Kid's Key to Awesomeness: Jack McKenna knows how important it is for people to be accepted for who they are and this trait has made him very popular. He has been voted into office in both chorus and the GSA Club. He has a passion for singing and plans to continue throughout college. He wants to attend SUNY Purchase for music. Jack has been very active in the drama department of PRHS throughout his high school career. He says that graduating is bittersweet but he's ready for what the world has to offer him.

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ATTENTION PARENTS, COACHES, TEACHERS, FRIENDS, AND FAMILY:

Do you know a kid in the Pearl River School District who has done something awesome? Did they earn their gold award? Get straight A's? Help bring their team to victory with the winning goal?

Let us know!! Email alanna@alannaheraghty.com with their name, age, contact info, and what makes them a Whiz Kid, and we'll feature them in an upcoming article.

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