Pearland Independent School District is celebrating a remarkable achievement at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s annual School Art Auction. Out of over 30,000 entries from talented young Texans across approximately 130 school districts, Pearland ISD proudly saw 13 artworks selected for the prestigious auction, showcasing the exceptional talent within the district.
This year’s auction marked several historic firsts for Pearland ISD. All three high schools – Dawson, Pearland, and Turner – were represented in the auction for the first time. Additionally, two artworks from Berry Miller Junior High and Pearland Junior High West made it to the auction for the first time, a testament to the growing artistic talent at the junior high level. Notably, Katherine Xie from Dawson High School achieved the extraordinary feat of having her artwork selected for the auction for the fifth consecutive year.
The impressive auction results reflected the students’ exceptional talent and dedication, bringing in a total of $372,000.
The following Pearland ISD students and their teachers were recognized at the auction:
Katherine Xie (Dawson High School) – Lot #3, Color Drawing Class Champion – Auctioned: $80,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck
Sion Joo (Dawson High School) – Lot #6, Painting Class Champion – Auctioned: $50,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck
Haon Joo (Berry Miller Jr. High School) – Lot #22, Premium Class Champion – Auctioned: $35,000 – Teacher: Sara Mendoza
Rubi Thorn (Dawson High School) – Lot #24, Premium Class Champion – Auctioned: $20,000
– Teacher: Teri Zuteck
Lana Royal (Pearland High School) – Lot #25, Premium Class Champion – Auctioned: $15,000 – Teacher: Alyssa Hartgrove
Jack Liu (Dawson High School) – Lot #41 – Auctioned: $32,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck
Emma Chen (Jr. High West) – Lot #45 – Auctioned: $22,000 – Teacher: Christa George
Zoe Yang (Dawson High School) – Lot #46 – Auctioned: $25,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck
Vanessa Cantu (Turner High School) – Lot #54 – Auctioned: $19,000 – Teacher: Gabriela Flores
Faith Nguyen (Dawson High School) – Lot #55 – Auctioned: $14,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck
Ruiti Hea (Dawson High School) – Lot #57 – Auctioned: $22,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck
Binita Halder (Dawson High School) – Lot #76 – Auctioned: $10,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck
Emerson Li (Dawson High School) – Lot #90 – Auctioned: $28,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck
“We are incredibly proud of our students and teachers for their outstanding achievements at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Art Auction,” Victor Raygoza, Pearland ISD Fine Arts Coordinator, said. “Their hard work, dedication, and talent have truly shined, and we are thrilled to see their artwork recognized on such a prestigious platform. These accomplishments highlight the exceptional art education provided in Pearland ISD, and we congratulate all of our students and their teachers on their success.”
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s School Art Program provide an invaluable opportunity for young artists to showcase their talents and receive recognition for their work. Pearland ISD’s exceptional performance at this year’s auction underscores the district’s commitment to fostering creativity and artistic excellence among its students.
