East Haven Students Honored As Outstanding Artists

Two students recently had their outstanding work and achievement in the arts recognized on a statewide level.

Alisia Cintron and MarieDonica Canieso were among the 350 leading Connecticut high school seniors honored at the Connecticut Association of Schools High School Outstanding Arts Awards Banquet held on April 9 at the Aqua Turf in Southington.

The annual banquet recognizes two seniors in each high school for outstanding ability in the performing or visual arts. The students are chosen by their school to receive this honor.

MarieDonica was recognized for her achievement in the performing artis. And Alisia was honored likewise for her achievement in the visual arts.

Both East Haven students received their awards from Dr. Scott Shuler, of the Connecticut State Department of Education Bureau of Accountability and Improvement; classical guitarist Daniel Salazar Jr.; Katharine Bishop, president of The Connecticut Association of Schools; and Ryan Ford, a representative of Jostens. 

The banquet — with more than 1,400 in attendance — was sponsored by Jostens.