The natinoal award comes with a $10,000 scholarship that can be applied to his college of choice.
In a recent news story broadcast by WBNG-TV, Clyde explained his motivation this way: “No matter where you come from, no matter what color skin you have, you determine where you want to be,” Van Dyke said. “You can make that positive change in the community, and just know you can make a difference in the world.”