Sunday , 16 February 2025

North Ridgeville Students Earn Scholastic Art Awards

Several North Ridgeville High School students have achieved impressive recognition in the prestigious 2025 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Over 1,600 works created by Lorain County students were entered into the competition, and North Ridgeville students earned six Gold Keys, fifteen Silver Keys, and twelve Honorable Mentions. A list of the winning students can be found below.

The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards is a national competition that showcases the talents of young artists and writers. Each fall, area schools and districts submit their students’ best artwork and writing pieces to compete at the regional level. Entries are judged by panels of highly qualified professionals who select Gold Key, Silver Key, and Honorable Mention recipients. Gold Key winners advance to the national level, where more than 1,500 students receive national awards each year. Notable past winners include iconic figures such as Andy Warhol, Sylvia Plath, Truman Capote, Richard Avedon, Robert Redford, and Joyce Carol Oates.

North Ridgeville High School art teacher Dalia Erney expressed her pride in the students’ achievements. “The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards provide an incredible platform for our students to showcase their creativity and hard work. It’s inspiring to see their dedication recognized at such a high level,” said Erney. “Each piece tells a unique story, and I’m so proud of the students for their willingness to put themselves out there and share their art with the community.”

Community members are invited to celebrate these talented students at an opening reception on Sunday, January 19, at 1 PM at the LCCC Stocker Center in Elyria. The exhibit will be on display through February 10, 2025, featuring a variety of award-winning artwork from Lorain County students. This exhibition is an opportunity to witness firsthand the creativity and artistic expression of local youth.

Gold Key Winners

  • Juria Harris
  • Abigail Packard
  • Gianna Sanfilippo
  • Isla Yost (2 Gold Keys)
  • Katherine Young

Silver Key Winners

  • Ariya Harris (3 Silver Keys)
  • Vaida Hessoun (2 Silver Keys)
  • Samantha Klein
  • Julia Kudrna
  • Gianna Sanfilippo (2 Silver Keys)
  • Natalie Sclimenti
  • Avery Walsh
  • Alaya Wilson (3 Silver Keys)
  • Katherine Young

Honorable Mentions

  • Ebrahim Alzreqat
  • Sydney Dales
  • Olivia Ellis
  • Amaya Lozada
  • Dylan Mock (3 honorable mentions)
  • Kailee Pasenow
  • Isabel Queen
  • Natalie Sclimenti
  • Marissa Slack
  • Samantha Smolik
  • Alaya Wilson

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