Town History, Landmarks Subject Of Mayor's Student Art Contest

EAST HAVEN, CT — The town's history and landmarks will be the subjects of art work created by East Haven school children as part of Mayor Joe Carfora's art contest.

Carfora staff contacted East Haven Public School's Superintendent Erica Forti, excited to pitch the idea for an art contest with the hopes of this being the first of "coming together" projects between the town and East Haven students. And, to encourage kids to learn about their town's history.

Described as a collaboration, the art contest brought together schools Family and Community Engagement Facilitator Julie Oca Church, the schools Assistant Director of Administration and Management Michelle Benivegna and Carfora’s office, the Art Display Contest came together.

"What better way to display the many talents of East Haven’s youth than in Town Hall on the wall of the Mayor’s Office for all to view," Hedley said.

The contest is for all fifth graders, middle and high school students. Multiple projects will be selected to be displayed in the Mayor’s office with other artwork to be featured in other town buildings, BOE’s Central Office and local businesses and throughout town.

Carfora said he "hopes many students will participate" and he is "looking forward to seeing the student talent showcased."

The rules:

Theme: Artwork must represent East Haven history and landmarks.

Size: Drawings and paintings should be 12 inches by 18 inches. Photos and graphics should be 8 by 10 inches.

Mediums: All two dimensional mediums are acceptable including color pencil, ink, watercolor, acrylic, photography and digital design.

Artist statement: All artwork should include a brief statement that shares the student's reason for selecting the history/landmark and relevant information about it.

Identification: Include student name, grade, school and teacher.

All students are encouraged to participate. Materials are available from each school's art teacher. And, students may work on projects during extended day by making arrangements with their art teacher.

The deadline for submissions is March 20.