On April 24, the St. Lucie Public Schools District Office was transformed into a vibrant gallery showcasing the exceptional artistic talent of high school students from across the district during the St. Lucie County High School Juried Art Show. The annual exhibition celebrated student achievement in the visual arts and highlighted the creativity, skill, and dedication of young artists working in a wide range of media.
The exhibition was hosted by Fort Pierce Westwood Academy, whose students and faculty played a key role in making the evening a memorable success. Guests were welcomed with culinary presentations by Westwood’s Culinary Arts Department, led by Chef Gray. Adding to the atmosphere, music was performed by Fort Pierce Westwood band students under the direction of Mr. Read, creating a lively and engaging backdrop for the celebration.
Participating high schools included Fort Pierce Westwood Academy, St. Lucie West Centennial High School, Fort Pierce Central High School, Lincoln Park Academy, Treasure Coast High School, Port St. Lucie High School, and Legacy High School. Together, these schools showcased the depth and diversity of student artwork produced throughout St. Lucie County.
The juried exhibition featured student work in mixed media, digital design, painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, and photography. Each piece reflected the technical growth, artistic voice, and creative risk‑taking encouraged by the district’s visual arts programs.
First Place Award Winners
Top honors were awarded to the following outstanding student artists:
Painting – Lily Zheng, Lincoln Park Academy
Drawing – Kian Johnson, Fort Pierce Westwood Academy
Mixed Media – Lia Giannotti, Treasure Coast High School
Photography – Anabella Collins, Treasure Coast High School
Digital Design – DeKaylin Watts, Port St. Lucie High School
Ceramics – Noann Bellvue, St. Lucie West Centennial High School
Sculpture – Brenda Gomez Diaz, Fort Pierce Westwood Academy
Second Place Award Winners
Second place awards in the various media categories were presented to:
Desiree Mass (Fort Pierce Westwood Academy),
A’Kera Simon (Treasure Coast High School),
Cheyenne Remonvil (Port St. Lucie High School),
Collin Batten (St. Lucie West Centennial High School),
Fahad Ahmad (Fort Pierce Central High School),
Eddison Petion (Fort Pierce Central High School), and
Alyssa McInnis (Fort Pierce Westwood Academy).
Third Place Award Winners
Third place honors were awarded to:
Jayden Baufier (St. Lucie West Centennial High School),
Thomas Elmquist (St. Lucie West Centennial High School),
James McGarry (Lincoln Park Academy),
G’Katelyn Heath (Treasure Coast High School),
Vincent Robinson (Fort Pierce Central High School), and
Carmin Ortiz (Fort Pierce Central High School).
In addition, the People’s Choice Award was presented to Noann Bellvue of St. Lucie West Centennial High School for an exceptional ceramic tea set, a crowd favorite that captured both technical mastery and artistic charm.
The St. Lucie County High School Juried Art Show continues to be a powerful celebration of student voice and artistic excellence. The event not only honors individual achievement but also reflects the strength of visual arts education across the district, made possible by passionate educators, supportive administrators, and talented students committed to creative expression.
