West Jefferson school board honors PTA contest winners

By the MVI

Eleven McClellan Elementary School students were recognized by the West Jefferson Hills School District Board for their PTA Reflections creations during Tuesday’s monthly meeting.
McClellan Elementary’s theme for the 2023-24 PTA Reflections contest was, “I am Hopeful Because…”
The K-2 students submitted an artist statement and their creations in two categories, Photography and 2D Visual Arts.
Nolan Confair was awarded first place in photography for his photo titled, “Endless Possibilities.” Anna Hoover (second place, “Autumn Trees”) and Brooklyn Miller (third place, “Animals Give People Hope”) also were recognized for the photos they took and submitted.
In the 2D Visual Arts category, Brooklyn Miller’s submission, “Stay Positive and Be Hopeful,” was selected the winner. Lara Ochadlick’s entry, “Rainbow Fish Shine” earned second place and Macie Ochadlick’s “Flower Shine” was awarded third place.
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