ALTMIRE INVITES HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO SUBMIT ENTRIES FOR CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) — U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) today invited high school students who live in Pennsylvania’s Fourth Congressional District to submit entries for the 29th Annual Congressional Art Competition. Each year, all 435 congressional districts host art competitions to celebrate the talents of America’s young artists.

“The Congressional Art Competition provides students with a wonderful opportunity to showcase their artistic skills,” Congressman Altmire said. “Having visited schools across the Fourth Congressional District, I know that our region is home to a number of very talented young artists. I hope that all interested students will apply, and I look forward to seeing this year’s entries.”Students’ artwork will be evaluated by a jury of local artists. The first place winner will have his or her work displayed in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol for one year and will receive a scholarship to the Savannah College of Art and Design.

Students in grades 9-12 interested in participating in the art competition, and art teachers with questions, should call Congressman Altmire’s office at (724) 226-1304 for specific details on how to apply. The deadline for submissions is Friday, March 18 at 5 pm. Applicants can find more information on Congressman Altmire’s website by clicking here.

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