Anna Brindza a Whiz in Academics and Gymnastics

With a 4.0 average this year, Anna Brindza ranked 26th out of a freshman class of 504 at East Paulding High School.

Brindza is also a seasoned gymnast who was ranked first in the Georgia State Gymnastics Championship on vault and has been ranked 87th nationally.

In addition to taking honors courses and maintaining extensive training hours as a gymnast, Brindza is highly involved in her church youth group at New Canaan Baptist Church in Dallas, participating in youth retreats and mission trips.

One of Brindza's teachers notes her vast accomplishments as well.

World Geography teacher Heidi Leonard said of Brindza, "Anna demonstrates a strong work ethic and maturity which exceeds that of her peers. She knows the value of hard work and has a keen awareness of what it takes to be successful. Her contributions to our community provide much hope for the future of Paulding County."

Brindza believes the key to her success is her relationship with God and the strong family support she has received. She also credits her friends, teammates, and coaches at Paulding Gymnastics as part of her strong support system.

Each week, Dallas-Hiram Patch seeks suggestions from readers for individual kids, youth groups, and teens and their accomplishments. We want to hear about these amazing children and teens and will select one each week. Use the comment block below or email the information to editor Jon Gargis at jon.gargis@patch.com. Be sure to include at least one photo.

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