Caroline Strauss, a senior at Earl L. Vandermeulen High School, earned a “Silver Key” at this year’s annual Scholastic Art and Writing Awards for the Northeast Region.
Strauss’ painting, entitled Self-Portrait, received the award based on the judge’s criteria including originality, technical skill and sense of vision.
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Congratulations to Strauss on her artistic achievement.
Photo courtesy of the Port Jefferson School District
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