Teague Middle School Student Earns Scholastic Art Recognition

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Elizabeth Oblitas, an eighth grade advanced art student at Teague Middle School, received recognition at the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards presented by The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers. She earned an Honorable Mention for her wire sculpture “Despair” from the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards local competition held a Harris Department of Education.

The nonprofit organization identifies teenagers with exceptional artistic and literary talent and brings their remarkable work to a national audience through the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. The Awards have an impressive legacy dating back to 1923 and a noteworthy roster of past winners including Andy Warhol, Sylvia Plath, Truman Capote, Richard Avedon, Robert Redford and Joyce Carol Oates.

Every year, the Alliance works with more than 100 regional affiliates across the country to bring the program to local communities. Teens in grades seventh through twelfth can apply in 30 categories of art and writing for the chance to earn scholarships and have their works exhibited or published. Teague Middle School competes locally at the Harris County Department of Education.

Oblitas instructor is Birgit Langhammer.