2018 Midwest Art Contest Winners - National Charter Schools Institute

“You’re my hero, because...”

“A true hero isn’t measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart.” - Hercules

During this years art contest we've recieved over 1,000 pieces of artwork from K-5 charter schools students in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin. We have been inspired by so many amazing people that our students see as heroes in their lives. Everyone did incredible and were so grateful to all of our participants.

It was a very tough choice, but here are the art pieces that stood out to us!

Top Winners: K-2

Top Winners: 3-5

Honorable Mentions

Most Creative

Most Unique

School-Wide and Classroom Awards

Top Winners: K-2

K-2 Top - 1st place - Leia Ramos - Small-7906

My sister is my hero because she always protects me. At night time she shows me not to be afraid of the dark by shining a light!
- Leia

K-2 Top - 2nd place - Donatella Bluce - Small-7897

My heroes are my mom and my dad because they get us treats and umbrellas. They let us go to the corn maze and pumpkin patch. My dad tickles me. We play the sled game.
- Donatella

K-2 Top - 3rd place - Amilya - Small-7914

Top Winners: 3-5

3-5 Top - 1st place - Aisha Fair - Small-7902

3-5 Top - 2nd place - Ria Bakshi - Small-9561

Teachers are my hero because they shape the futures of countries and individuals.
- Ria

3-5 Top - 3rd place - Carmela Fortuno - Small-7903

Honorable Mentions

My hero is Taylor Swift. She inspired me to start singing. I started at 3 years old, now I make songs I will star in the talent show and end with Broadway.
- Alexis

My hero is my sister. She shows me how to draw and helps me with homework and she's 22.
- Layla

This submission truly embodies the spirit of heroism! In the photo, you will see two students who are presenting portraits to and OF their hero, Dr. Cetin. Dr. Cetin until recently, taught ESL to these two 4th grade students, Veronica (taller student on left,) and Jazmin (on the right.) When we learned the theme of this year's Art competition, we began practicing portraits in Art class and both Veronica and Jazmin worked for weeks to complete their portraits of Dr. Cetin, because each of them wanted him to know that they were supporting him through his battle against cancer. When the portraits were complete, we attached them to the front of large sheets of paper (18"x24") to create a booklet that our Elementary students could sign. The girls then accompanied Mr. Fatih Sumer, our Principal and myself, (Ms. Vien,) to Dr. Cetin's house to deliver their gifts - and this photo captures that moment! When I spoke to the girls about what made Dr. Cetin a hero in their eyes, they said, "He is strong and brave...and even though he is facing this illness and has so much to think about, he is still patient and kind." Here at Horizon Science Academy Lorain, we are all inspired by Dr. Cetin's courage and kindness and he truly is a hero to us all.
- Ms. Vien, art teacher

I chose Frida Kahlo because I myself am an artist and Frida inspires me with her art.
- Noah

Most Creative

Creative - K - Christopher Jenkins- Small-8335

Devin decided to use crayons and draw a picture of his father, CPL Devin Spicer-Dalton, who served in the United States Marine Corps and honorably discharged. CPL Spicer-Dalton had served 2 tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan with his military occupation as Infantry. When Devin was asked who was he thinking about drawing, he responded, "my dad because he's a superhero, he's a Marine."
- Alex Moore, teacher

Mi mama y papa y Laila son mi superhéroe. Mi cienen mucho.
- Julian

Creative - 5 - Alizah Felling - Small-8174

Creative - 4 - Tyler Binford-Brewer - Small-7950

Grandma, you're my hero because you taught me how to fish.
- Tyler

Dear Mom,
You are kind and helpful, the best mom in the world. You have taught me many things. I love you sooooooooooo much!
From your daughter,
- Kara

Most Unique