Left to Right: Arts High School student Jaret Perez’s Award Winning artwork titled “Golden Boy”; Jaret and Congressman Donald Payne during the awards ceremony at The Newark Museum of Art, Monday, May 8th, 2023; Group shot of other winners presented with medals and certificates during the ceremony
May has been an exciting month for the Visual & Performing Arts department. High School students from Arts, American History, and Malcolm X Shabazz dominated the 2023 Tenth District Congressional Art Competition. Overall First Place winner from Arts High School, Jaret Perez’s artwork, “Golden Boy,” will be displayed in the Nation’s Capital for one year. Among all the talented young artists showcased, NBOE brought home the most medals, with five 1st place winners, three 2nd place winners, and three 3rd place winners. All artwork is currently on view at the Newark Museum. Congratulations to these exceptional visual artists on their achievements!