It will be a day to remember for the family of 93-year-old Haruo Hayashi. The former prisoner at a WWII incarceration camp finally received his high school diploma in San Luis Obispo, California this week, reports the Tribune.
What made it even more special, Aroyo Grande High School also awarded a diploma to his grandson on the same day.
Like so many of those incarcerated, Hayashi missed his graduation. He spent his high school years at the Gila War Relocation Center, a euphemism for a federal prison.
“It’s pretty awesome. He has been my biggest fan growing up, so it is really special to share this moment with him,” said his grandson, Kobe, to KSBY.
Kobe plans to attend Cal Poly in the fall.
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