Community Corner
Whiz Kids Go Green: Jack O’Malley and Laura Persak
Not every teen dedicates eight weeks of their summer to the environment.
Congratulations Jack and Laura, you’re this week’s Whiz Kids!
Who: Jack O’Malley, 15; Laura Persak, 16
School/s: Jack attends Regis High School in Manhattan; Laura attends Our Lady of Mercy Academy in Syosset
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Accomplishment: Garden City residents Jack O’Malley and Laura Persak dedicated eight weeks of their summer to volunteer in the 2010 “Green Teen” program held at the Long Island Children’s Museum.
Key To Awesomeness: Jack and Laura were responsible for developing and teaching interactive nature and environmental education programs to museum visitors. Programs include making salsa with ingredients from the museum’s garden or having fun building origami boats while learning about the ancient art of origami.
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The summer program utilizes the service-learning model, combining meaningful community service with a deeper level of instruction to produce an enriched learning experience for teens.
Jack has always had an interest in the environment and enjoys being outdoors. He is interested in becoming an educator. Laura enjoys working with children and she was singled out for her kindness and willingness to help children with their projects.
For further information on the “Green Teen” program or the Long Island Children’s Museum visit www.licm.org. The “Green Teen” program is sponsored by National Grid.
