Sponsor:
The Record and Herald News, Hackensack,
New Jersey

Age, Grade:
15, Eighth Grade

School:
West Brook Middle School, Paramus, New Jersey

Profile:
Michael is a numismatist and a philatelist. He is interested in travel and dreams of visiting the places represented in his coin and stamp collections. Michael participates in Destination ImagiNation challenges and a variety of local mathematics competitions. He is also a member of his school's jazz band. Michael's other interests include playing video games, riding his bike, and spending time with his friends. He hopes to pursue a career in science.