Yearbook Program At Oyster Bay High School Receives National Honor

OYSTER BAY, NY — A yearbook program at one Nassau County school has been recognized at a national level.

Oyster Bay High School's program was recently presented with Josten's 2022 National Yearbook Program of Excellence award at a Bronze Level.

The school's yearbook program is led by seniors Kristen Purcell and Natalie Varolian, under the direction of Dr. Deirdre Faughey.

"I am so proud of the hard work and dedication of this yearbook staff," Faughey said. "With the visionary leadership of Kristen and Natalie, the team came together to create a book that will serve as a beautiful memory of this school year."

The National Yearbook Program of Excellence recognizes engaging yearbooks that reflect a broad representation of the student body while helping students develop skills such as communication, collaboration, and literacy in information and communication technologies.

Josten's National Yearbook Program of Excellence awards are presented twice a year based on the yearbook's arrival date at the school. It's given based on the work that goes into creating a yearbook and making it accessible to every student.