Los Gatos Patch Whiz Kid of the Week—Zaul Moayedian

Zaul Moayedian, Age 18

School: Graduating senior at Los Gatos High School

Accomplishments:

• Member of Los Gatos Youth Commission, 2009-13
• S.C.O.R.E. club member (peer to peer mediation)
• Walden West camp counselor and summer backpacker
• Going to Cal Poly college of architecture
• Musical composer
• Swimmer
• Avid hiker
• Proud son of mom Farrin Rahimi and dad Ali Moayedian

Key to Awesomeness:

"My key to success is devoting my time to my passions. Whether it be improving the Los Gatos community through the Los Gatos youth commissions youth friendly business program, or helping my fellow peers workout issues amongst each other in the high schools S.C.O.R.E. peer mediation club, helping others leaves a good feeling unlike anything else," said this accomplished young man in an email interview.

"I've worked to improve my musical abilities over the years by devoting time and composing songs, which have helped me win local and state awards and recognitions," he added.

"Swimming has greatly improved my health, and hiking has helped quench my thirst for adventure. Devoting my time to these passions has led me to lead a satisfying and successful lifestyle and I only hope to become more involved in my fast-approaching university years."