Each year high school students from all around the fourth district are invited to compete in the annual Fourth District Congressional Art Competition. Encouraged by art teachers and families, these ninth through twelfth graders submit their entries in early May with the hopes of being chosen the best in show, an honor that includes having their art work displayed in the United States Capitol Complex along side other winning entries from across the nation for the next year.
The top prize in 2008 – best in show – went to Caitlin McCarthy, of Wall Township for her winning entry, “500 Starbucks Later.” Her entry will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Complex for all to see and she is eligible for a scholarship to Georgian Court University. Caitlin also is eligible for a scholarship to the Savannah College of Art and Design if she attends their school.
First place went to Danielle Sobol of Wall Township for her entry, “Times Square.” For winning the first place prize, Danielle is also eligible for a scholarship opportunity from Georgian Court University. Other winners in this year’s competition include Jolie Menzel of Point Pleasant, Sabrina Hayes of Point Pleasant and Mary Fenton of Wall Township.
I would like to thank all of the outstanding and creative students who participated in the contest. I encourage all aspiring high school-aged artists in my district, attending public school, private school or being home-schooled, to begin planning their entries now for the upcoming 2009 competition.
I would also like to thank Georgian Court University for hosting the art exhibition. Their gracious hospitality, as well as rewarding the winners with a scholarship to further their education is much appreciated.
If you are a high school student or art instructor in the Fourth Congressional District that is interested in participating in future competitions or would like additional information, please contact my Hamilton District Office at 609-585-7878.
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