Long Beach High School students Lindsey Del Rio, Alexis Palmer and Charles Mandell were chosen to have their photos exhibited at the Artistic Discovery Congressional High School Art exhibit, hosted by Congresswoman Kathleen Rice, from May 24-30. At the awards reception, held on May 31, Charles won third place and was awarded a scholarship to Adelphi University. 

Lindsey Del Rio, Leah Cohen and Jose AcRivas won first, second and third place awards for the Zirinsky Competition of the Manhasset/Great Neck Camera Club. They were joined by teacher Suzanne Presberg at an event held at the Swan Club on June 6, where they were presented with a print of their photo, a plaque and a check.