Michael Murphy
Biography
Age 9, Virginia
Favorite Subject: Science
Extracurricular Activities: Swimming and baseball
Hobbies: Skateboarding
Michael enjoys swimming, and he is a part of the Curl Burke Swim Team.
In his spare time, Michael enjoys skateboarding, swimming, and playing football.
As a Scholastic Kid Reporter, Michael wants “to learn more about the political process” and also learn how to write more effectively.
Michael is excited about the chance to see presidential candidates while being in the front lines of the 2008 presidential election. Michael feels that kids should be interested in this election “because the next president will make many important decisions that will affect [students’] lives.”






