Happening Kid brought to you by the NAC: Ashley Tetreault

Bucks County's latest Happening Kid, Ashley Tetreault kicks October into high gear! Meet Ashley Tetrault, a talented 9 year old from Richboro. A Tae Kwon Do black belt who recently place 3rd in weapons at the Nationals in Dallas, Texas, this is a little lady that you want to keep on your good side! We got the chance to ask Ashley a few questions about her life as a Happening Kid:

BH: Congratulations on your big win at Nationals! What do you love about Tae Kwon Do?

Ashley: Tae Kwon Do is fun and I like to compete, it is good exercise and good to learn to defend yourself.

BH: In addition to Tae Kwon Do, what are some of your favorite things to do?

Ashley: I also do Gymnastics, attend Sunday School, participate in school activities and enjoy programs at the local library.

BH: It sounds like your activities all really compliment each other. What drew you to them?

Ashley: Well, gymnastics is fun and you can do flips and other cool tricks. I like to do activities with my school because it's a great school- they have a run club that is really fun, but I also love to read and the library programs are very interesting.

BH: That's really fantastic that you focus on your schoolwork. What's your favorite subject?

Ashley: There are two- Language Arts because I like to read books and write and Social Studies because I like to learn about history.

BH: You've certainly accomplished a lot for your age! Who are your biggest inspirations?

Ashley: My mom because she is nice and is a good person.

BH: We hear that you love to help teach other kids in your karate classes. What do you want to be when you grow up?

Ashley: I actually want to be a teacher when I grow up.BH: It sounds like you are a girl who knows what she wants and goes for it! We wish you the best of luck and look forward to seeing you continue

This month’s Bucks County Happening Kid was brought to you by the Newtown Athletic Club. In addition to a state of the art wellness facility, the NAC offers a variety of popular youth programs include Dance, Aquatics, Tae Kwon Do, Camps, Gymnastics, KidFit, & Bucks County birthday parties.