Melody White holding her winning BHM art submission

More than two dozen student artists from JCS middle and high schools submitted breathtaking original artwork for this district-wide art competition to recognize the achievements and amplify the voices of Black men and women throughout history. With so much talent on display, choosing the Top 5 proved challenging!

Congratulations to the following winners selected for their inspiring creations:

1st Place: Melody White (JVA; pictured above))
Artwork: "Stir It Up"

2nd Place: Chiara Machesse (JHS)
Artwork: "Beautiful Swan"

Chiara Machesse holding her artwork

3rd Place: Brianna Bradford (WMS)
Artwork: "Embrace"

Brianna Bradford holding her artwork

4th Place: Emily Jack (JHS)
Artwork: "Basquidt"

Emily Jack holding her artwork

5th Place: Noelle Nicodemus (JHS)
Artwork: "Bessie Coleman"

Noelle Nicodemus holding her artwork