McCaskey graduate Sam Soliman ’16 is using film to tell a deeply personal story about family, immigration and belonging.
Sam’s 15-minute documentary, “Almost American,” follows his family’s experience after his mother, Ester Soliman, a longtime Lancaster resident, was deported to the Philippines last year. The film also shares Sam’s experience as a DACA recipient navigating uncertainty while continuing to build a life in the only community he has ever known.
On Tuesday, June 16, Sam will screen “Almost American” at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, D.C., and participate in a panel discussion about the Dream Act.
As a district, we are proud to see our graduates use their voices, talents and lived experiences to engage in important conversations beyond the classroom. Sam’s work is a powerful reminder that storytelling can create understanding, build empathy and help communities see the people behind the issues.
Congratulations, Sam. Your SDoL community is proud of you.
Learn more about the film at almostamericandoc.com.