Teal Art
Showcase
A free K-12 art platform where young creators submit visual or performing pieces, fostering self-expression, community connection, and emotional wellness through creativity.
iN Education’s Art Programming & Activities are made possible in part by an investment of public funds from the Ohio Ohio Arts Council (OAC). The OAC is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically.
S11 Art Showcase: Call For K-12 Artists
Application opens:
December 18, 2025
Application closes:
April 30, 2026
Adjudication panel review:
Starting May 4, 2026
Winners announcement:
End of May, 2026
Our Why:
We built this platform for you — a space to express yourself through art, connect with others, and share what matters to you. Creating art can help you process emotions, build confidence, and feel more connected. And bonus: creativity is a superpower that today’s world really values.
Application:
Each student can submit one application per category. The two showcase categories are visual (to include media arts) and performing arts.
Application preview:
A preview of the S11 application, including guidelines and tips, will be available soon.
Congratulations To S11 Winners
Elementary Division
Visual Arts Category: Grayson B. – “Island landscape of South Beach”
Performing Arts Category: Harper P. – “Work of Art”
Middle Division
Visual Arts Category: Pranisha R. – “Saint Louis’ Angel”
Performing Arts Category: Dinma U. – “Love Your Children”
High Division
Visual Arts Category: Asthon L. – “The Experiments” Portfolio
Performing Arts Category: Samantha B. – “Id’ Rather Be Me”
Special Awards
Best in Show: Dinma U. – “Love Your Children”
Founder’s Picks: Alan R. – “Where the Skyline Dissolves” & Edisen H. – “The Raccoon”
TEAL Educator Award: Bonnie Kubilus, Highland Local School District
PAST AND PRESENT
ACCOUNTABILITY PARTNERS
Through the support of our incredible partners, we continue to inspire, educate, and empower young minds to achieve their fullest potential.
