Luca Dalcanto wins Philo T Farnsworth Governors Award for innovation in Utah

The May 6, 2025, Board of Education meeting in Utah highlighted the achievements of local student Luca Dalcanto, who received the prestigious Philo T. Farnsworth Governors Award for innovation. This award is given to one student in Utah each year, recognizing outstanding contributions in creative fields.

Luca, known for his diverse talents, developed a chess app, works as a webmaster, and runs his own math tutoring business. Additionally, he has self-published a 300-page science fiction novel titled "Sola." His friends affectionately refer to him as "Mr. Skyline," a nickname that hints at his popularity and accomplishments.

In the meeting, it was noted that Luca has a passion for jazz music, having studied jazz improvisation for seven years. Looking ahead, he plans to pursue an engineering degree at Purdue University. He credits his success to the unwavering support of his family, friends, and teachers at Skyline High School, who have encouraged him to strive for excellence.

Luca is set to speak at the Skyline graduation ceremony in three weeks, providing an opportunity for the community to hear from him before he embarks on his promising future. This recognition not only celebrates Luca's individual achievements but also underscores the importance of support systems in fostering student innovation and success.