Middletown High Student's Print Runner Up at Congressional Art Competition

A Middletown High School junior won an honorable mention at the annual Congressional Art Competition.
 
“The Congressional Art Competition is something I look forward to every year. I always find myself in particular awe of the talent in our midst, the young people who can create beauty and who are ready to impress the world," said U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro.

"All the students who submitted pieces are terrific and talented artists who I hope continue to work with, develop, and refine their talents.  They all have tremendous potential.”

Started in 1982, the Congressional Art Competition is a nationwide held each spring to recognize and encourage the artistic talent of our nation’s high school students. Since its inception, over 650,000 high school students have participated in this competition. This year saw 37 submissions from Connecticut’s Third District; all the pieces will be on display at Gateway Community College through May 14.

• “Empty Reflection,” an inket print by Mason Schoffstall from Middletown High School, Class of 2014, won an honorable mention. He is on the MHS rowing team and an honor roll student.