The Malibu Optimist Club honored the winners of its annual essay contest last week. More than 70 essays were submitted on the topic “My education: The key to my success in the future.” The winning writers, all Malibu High School students, were Hailey Hoffman, first place; Jordan Simons, second place and Tanner Porter, third place. The winners were awarded medallions and U.S. Savings Bonds of $500, $300 and $200.