In a significant achievement for the Pearland Independent School District, nineteen student artists have been selected to advance in the highly competitive Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo art program. This advancement marks a pivotal moment for these young artists as their works progress to the Grand Prix round of judging.
In this phase, 72 pieces of art will be carefully selected by judges to be auctioned, with the proceeds aimed at supporting student awards and contributing to the rodeo’s educational fund. In a notable accomplishment, one student from the district was also awarded a gold medal in the Special Needs category.
The judging for the rodeo art, held on January 19, saw an impressive array of Western-themed art created by these talented students. Recognitions were awarded across several categories including Best of Show, Gold Medal, and Special Merit.
In the Best of Show category, students who stood out with their exceptional artwork were Sion Joo and Brooklynn Carmen from Dawson High School, both celebrated for their 3D art creations, along with Emily Anderson from Pearland High School, Laura Bunta from Berry Miller Junior High, and Alan Bishop from Alexander Middle School.
The Gold Medal category showcased the extraordinary talents of Katherine Xie and Jack Liu from Dawson High School, Rachel Huynh from Berry Miller Junior High, Gwyneth Cass from Magnolia Elementary, and Logan Roque from Pearland High School.
In the Special Merit category, the creativity and skill of Binita Halder, Grace Ji, Ruith Hea, Shelby Clauson, Faith Nguyen, Rubi Thorn, Caitlin Davie, Sion Joo, Kaitly Bui, and Zoe Yang, all from Dawson High School, were recognized, highlighting the depth of talent at this institution.
The students’ success is also a testament to the dedication and expertise of their art teachers. At Dawson High School, Teri Zuteck has been instrumental in guiding the students, while Pearland High School’s art instruction is led by Alyssa Hartgrove and Rebeka Hillburn. Sara Mendoza at Berry Miller Junior High, Isaac Mardis at Alexander Middle School, and Katie White at Magnolia Elementary have also played significant roles in nurturing these young artists.
Pearland ISD has proudly congratulated both the students and their art teachers on this remarkable achievement. The students’ advancement in the Houston Rodeo art competition not only showcases their artistic prowess but also emphasizes the strong arts education provided by the district. This success serves as a beacon of inspiration and pride for the entire Pearland ISD community.
