The 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Competition Exhibit

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The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Competition Exhibit features outstanding creative work by high school students from across the Harris County Department of Education region. This prestigious national program celebrates artistic and literary excellence, showcasing submissions from 31 public school districts and 27 educational partners, including private schools, charter networks, studios, and homeschool students.

Highlights include:
Gold Key and Silver Key award-winning pieces in art and writing.
Diverse works spanning painting, photography, sculpture, poetry, short stories, and more.


About the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, founded in 1923, is the nation’s longest-running and most prestigious recognition program for creative teens. Administered regionally by Harris County Department of Education, the program encourages artistic expression and literary talent among students in grades 7–12. Each year, thousands of submissions are judged for originality, technical skill, and personal voice. Regional Gold Key winners advance to national adjudication, where notable artists and writers have historically launched their careers.

About Harris County Department of Education

Harris County Department of Education is a unique, educational entity that serves school districts, government agencies, nonprofits, and the public in the third-largest county in the U.S. Annually, HCDE serves a quarter-million students and educators through schools for students with profound special needs; the oldest adult education program in Texas; Head Start early childhood education; school-based therapy services; and afterschool programs. HCDE also offers educators professional development and certification, school safety training, records management, and a purchasing cooperative. #SeeTheImpact at www.hcde-texas.org.

Ticket Info

This is a free event

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