We are proud to announce that junior, Kalilah Gomez has won the semi-final portion of the Congressional Art Competition this year! Her piece, titled "Child of Freedom" was one of 15 pieces entered in this year's competition. The Congressional Art Competition is a decades-long tradition meant to encourage and recognize the rich talent of young artists throughout the country. Every spring, Congressman Pete Sessions invites students from the 17th District to join this annual competition and showcase their artistic skills.
The Congressional Art Competition is open to all students grades 9–12 who reside or attend school in the 17th District. The winner from Texas' 17th District will have their artwork displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol; student-winners will also be sent a copy of a full-color book that exhibits each first-place artwork. The exhibit in Washington, D.C., will include the winning artwork from all participating districts from around the country. The winning artwork is also featured on Congressional Art Competition page.
This year’s theme for Texas’ 17th Congressional District was “Patriotism in America” as an opportunity for students to showcase why they are proud to be an American. Kalilah showed her pride in being an American as well as being proud to represent Groesbeck High School! Thank you to her art teacher, Desirae Settlemyer for supporting and encouraging her creative endeavors!