Local Kids – Local Media NJ

Meet local kid Nate, a spunky 7th grader who aspires to join the military and travel the world when he is older

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 6, 2025. Posted in Local Kids, Local Kids, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

SPOTLIGHT Name: Nate Age: 12 Grade/school: 7th Family Member Names: Mom, Dad, Older Sister Pet’s Name/type: Dog – Theo Something unique about me: I am an Advanced Brown Belt actively working towards my Black Belt in Karate. I am fascinated by World War II and am trying to teach myself how to play the acoustic guitar. When I grow up, I want to join the military. FAFORITS Activities/Hobbies: Karate, video gaming, mountain biking Animal: Giraffe Color: Aquamarine Food: My mom’s Pasta Bolognese Movies: Toy Story Music: Hip Hop and Rap Place to play: Riding my bike around town with friends Sports...

Meet local kid Elizabeth Boyd, a future geologist who loves to spend her time playing softball and collecting rocks

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on November 2, 2023. Posted in Local Kids, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Spotlight: Name: Elizabeth Boyd Age: 8 Grade/school: 3rd/Orange Avenue School Family Member Names: John, Robin and Jackson Something unique about me: My dad is in the Army and on a Military Deployment in Uzbekistan. When I grow up, I want to be: Geologist. I love to collect and investigate different types of rocks. I am very interested in learning about the history of the earth. Favorites Activities/Hobbies: Playing softball and basketball. I love to ride my bike, hike, camp, swim, paint/draw, and play with my big brother. Animal: Tiger Color: Blue Food: Ice cream Movies: Mutant Ninja...

Meet local kid Grayson Van Dyk, a Cranford second grader who recently ran the 1500m in the 8 and under division at the USATF Junior National Championships in Eugene, Oregon.

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on October 2, 2023. Posted in Kid of the Month, Local Kids, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Name: Grayson Van Dyk Age: 7 Grade/school: Second Grade/ Hillside Ave School Family Member Names: Adam, Colin and Isaac (twin brother) Pet’s Name/type: None Spotlight: I ran the 1500m in the 8 and under division at the USATF Junior National Championships in Eugene, Oregon on July 29th. To qualify, I had to place top 6 at the New Jersey state meet and then top 6 at the regional meet. Something unique about me: My brother Isaac and I are twins. When I grow up, I want to be: Marine Biologist that studies sharks. ...

Meet Local Kid Zach Gaydos

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on July 3, 2023. Posted in Kid of the Month, Local Kids, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL. Leave a Comment

a sports fanatic who loves hockey, hanging out with friends, and the NJ Devils. Spotlight Name: Zach Gaydos Age: 10 Grade/school: 5th/Orange Avenue School Family Member Names: Mom – Monika, Dad – Drew, Grandma – Barbara, Grandpa – Andy Pet’s Name/type: Cat – Mickey Something unique about me: I play hockey, lacrosse, and soccer. When I grow up, I want to be: A hockey player. Favorites Activities/Hobbies: Playing with my friends and sports. Animal: Monkeys Color: Red Food: Sushi Movies: Sandlot and Mighty Ducks Music: Pop and rock Place to play: Sky Zone and Yestercades Sports teams: NJ Devils,...

Meet local kid Teagan Freeman, an art and crafting enthusiast who aspires to be a Creative Director when she grows up

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on April 28, 2023. Posted in Kid of the Month, Local Kids. Leave a Comment

Name: Teagan Freeman Age: 10 Grade/School: 4th / Brookside Place School Family Member Names: Brian (Dad), Jen (Mom), Addison (Sister)Pet’s Name/Type: No pets Something unique about me: I am creative. I can do lots of arts and crafts and always have a project going When I grow up, I want to be a Creative Director because I like art.Favorites Activities/Hobbies: Swimming, Surfing, Soccer, Skiing, Lacrosse, Puzzles, Sewing Animal: Tiger Color: Teal Food: Hamberger Helper Movies: Gremlins Music: Taylor Swift Place to play: My neighbor’s backyard with all the fun dogs. Sports teams: Philadelphia...