March is Youth Art Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the value of art education and celebrating the creativity of young artists. Quaker Valley High School is proud to honor an exceptional group of students whose work has been recognized at the regional level of the prestigious Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.
The Scholastic Awards are among the nation’s most respected programs for creative teens, highlighting originality, technical skill, and personal voice. This year, QVHS students earned an impressive number of Gold, Silver, and Honorable Mention distinctions across a wide range of artistic mediums, including photography, ceramics, mixed media, printmaking, and portfolio work.
Gold Award Recipients
- Isabella Carlisle (Mixed Media)
- Hugo Castellini (Photography)
- Evelyn Zutter (Ceramics) – three Gold Awards
Silver Award Recipients
- Isabella Carlisle (Printmaking)
- Isabella Carlisle (Ceramics)
- Reagan Eichert (Ceramics)
Honorable Mentions
- Gina Cafarelli (Portfolio)
- Kieran Cain (Photography) – three Honorable Mentions
- Joelle Muretisch (Ceramics)
- Eleanor Tormasi (Ceramics)
These honors reflect not only the high level of artistic talent at Quaker Valley, but also the persistence, risk-taking, and individuality each student brings to their work. Their achievements serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of fostering creativity and self-expression in education.
QVHS extends special thanks to art educators Mrs. Nina Strelec and Mr. Jeremy Pidhirny, whose passion, mentorship, and dedication continue to inspire students to grow as artists and individuals. Their support plays a vital role in helping students reach their full creative potential.
Congratulations to all of our award-winning artists for representing Quaker Valley with creativity, excellence, and pride.