Betty Griffin Center is accepting submissions from St. Johns County students for the 2021 'A Day Without Violence Art & Poetry Contest' through April 15.
This project is open to all St. Johns County students in kindergarten through 12th grade, whether they attend public school, private school or are home-schooled.
“We received more than 1,000 entries last year, and hope to engage even more students this year,” said Betty Griffin Center CEO Joyce Mahr. “Through the contest, we’re able to introduce many students to the importance of nonviolence – and create a calendar that keeps the issue top-of-mind among students and the general public throughout the year, since its distributed to every classroom in St. Johns County.
Prizes will be awarded to the winners, selected by a group of independent artists:
A contest application is available on the Betty Griffin Center website at https://bettygriffincenter.org/day-without-violence-calendar-contest/.
Applications and artwork/poetry can be dropped-off at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library,101 Library Blvd.
To be eligible, artwork must be in color and able to be reproduced at 8 x 10 and suitable for framing (horizontal format only). All original 2D media is acceptable. The theme “A Day Without Violence” must be reflected in the art or words. An entry form must accompany each piece of art.
For more information, call or email BGC Event Coordinator Kenlie Kubart at (904)808-8544, extension 207, or at kenliek@bettygriffincenter.org.
