Delphian School senior, Joseph Kim, was named Academic All-Star by Salem's Statesman Journal and was honored at the paper's annual celebration dinner held on Sunday, February 21st.  The Statesman Journal started its Academic All-Star program in 1994 as a way of honoring outstanding students for their academic achievements and contribution to their communities.

Joseph and Delphian School Dean of Students, Linda Siegal, attended the reception, which was held at Western Oregon University. Joseph received the Academic All-Star award along with thirty-one other students from the Willamette Valley area. The celebration dinner included speeches from local university presidents and Oregon Senator Jackie Winter.

Of the award, Joseph said, "It is an honor to receive this recognition, and my parents are very proud."