The holiday season is just a few weeks away and Union County Public Schools (UCPS) is pleased to share the top 10 students who submitted impressive artwork for the district’s annual holiday card contest. In an effort to share holiday cheer, UCPS received 275 submissions from all grade levels.

Congratulations to the following students who have been named the top 10 finalists in the 2022 contest.

• Claire Boisvenue, 11^th grade, Marvin Ridge High
• Stefano Perez Cavnaugh, sixth grade, Marvin Ridge Middle
• Courtney Schlicher, ninth grade, Cuthbertson High
• Alexa Malagon, 12^th grade, Weddington High
• Adelyn Minervini, fifth grade, Rea View Elementary
• Sophia Cordova, 10^th grade, Porter Ridge High
• Maia Ramirez, 10^th grade Marvin Ridge High
• Allena Helms, eighth grade, Porter Ridge Middle
• Sara Mikes, 10^th grade, Weddington High
• Emma Pandiscia, fourth grade, New Town Elementary

The finalists will be celebrated at a special event on Nov. 17, and the winner will be announced during this event. 

The winning artwork will be featured as the cover of the 2022 UCPS Holiday Card. The student’s name, grade and school will be noted on the card. The winner will also receive a gift card, personalized gift and recognition on the UCPS website and social media pages. 

In addition, the winning card will be available for purchase via the district’s fundraising portal (Living Tree). Proceeds will benefit the art department at the winning student’s school. 

11/08/2022