Learning, Achieving, Succeeding!
September 26, 2023
Valley Stream Central High School District

Learning, Achieving, Succeeding!

September 26, 2023

Central Student Earns Famed Writing Award

February 14, 2023

Valley Stream Central High School student Tolu Diyaolu was recognized by the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for her writing submission in the short story category. Tolu earned the Silver Key award for her work titled A Revelation.

With this award, Tolu joins other famous authors, such as Stephen King and Joyce Carol Oates, in being recognized by the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards during their teenage years. This was the 100th year these awards have been given out.

“Tolu is a gifted writer who has honed her skills both in and out of the classroom,” said her teacher Justine Chan. “This award is just a glimpse of her capabilities. She indeed will continue to be making her mark in the literary world.”

Tolu Diyaolu with teacher Justine Chan.