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theme of the contest is “Art Surrounds Us.” Illinois students from
kindergarten through high school can let their imaginations run wild
to create original works of art reflecting what the theme means to
them.
Judging will occur across four levels: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. In
each level a winner and three runners-up will be selected, and one
piece will be selected as “Best in Show.”
The 16 top designs will be displayed by the Abraham Lincoln
Presidential Library and Museum, and a single winner will be used as
a poster sent to all schools during Illinois Arts Education Week,
March 15-19, 2021.
Artwork may be submitted now through Feb. 12. The winners
will be announced in conjunction with Illinois Arts Education Week.
The winner of “Best in Show” will also be recognized at an ISBE
Board meeting and a framed copy of their work will hang in the Board
office.
“We chose ‘Art Surrounds Us’ as the theme this year because of the
stories we’ve heard about people finding comfort and inspiration in
the arts during the pandemic,” said ALPLM Education Director Heather
Nice. “We hope it encourages students to see the world differently,
looking for patterns and beauty in the everyday experience – or
maybe to highlight the fantastical worlds that surround them via
their imaginations.”
Submissions must be 11 inches by 14 inches and two dimensional. They
cannot feature copyrighted characters or images. More details are
available at bit.ly/ALPLM-ArtContest.
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“ISBE is excited to highlight all areas of student learning,
including the area of fine arts,” said ISBE’s director of student care, Molly
Uhe-Edmonds. “The fine arts allow students to demonstrate their unique talents.
These students will go on to be well-rounded individuals who are able to view
the world through a creative lens.”
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, at 212 N.
Sixth St. in Springfield, is dedicated to telling the story of America’s 16th
president through old-fashioned scholarship and modern technology.
The library holds an unparalleled collection of Lincoln books, documents,
photographs, artifacts and art, as well as millions of other items pertaining to
Illinois history. Meanwhile, the museum uses traditional exhibits, eye-catching
special effects and innovative story-telling techniques to educate visitors.
For more information, visit
www.presidentlincoln.illinois.gov
The mission of the Illinois State Board of Education is to provide leadership
and resources to achieve excellence across all Illinois districts by engaging
legislators, school administrators, teachers, students, parents, families and
other stakeholders in formulating and advocating for policies that enhance
education, empower districts and ensure equitable outcomes for all students. Its
vision of Illinois is a state of whole, healthy children nested in whole,
healthy systems supporting communities wherein all people are socially and
economically secure.
[Christopher Wills]
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