OCASA Students Shine at the Festival of the Arts Junior Art Exhibit

We are thrilled to announce that several talented students from OCASA were recently honored at the prestigious Festival of the Arts. This recognition is a testament to their creativity, hard work, and artistic passion. OCASA was the only charter school whose students were selected to be honored at the Festival.

About the Festival of the Arts Youth Art Show

Since its inception in 1947, the Junior Art Exhibit has become a celebrated highlight of the summer Festival of the Arts show. The event showcases outstanding artwork from students across Orange County, with over 200 pieces selected by renowned art authorities and displayed in the Junior Art Exhibit gallery. The Festival of Arts Junior Art Exhibit is produced with the Orange County Department of Education, underscoring its importance in the local arts community.

OCASA Student Achievements

We are incredibly proud of our students who received top honors in their respective grade categories under the direction of OCASA's Visual Arts Teacher, Gina L'Amour. Ten students were honored at the Junior Art Exhibit. OCASA was the only charter school whose students had works included in the Junior Art Exhibit.

• 1st Place Gold Medal Winner: Savannah Kelly (Orange Bande - 3rd Grade)
• 2nd Place Silver Medal Winners: Gage Condio (Red Band - Kindergarten), and Remy Chiu (Yellow Band - 5th Grade)
• 3rd Place Bronze Medal Winner: Kieran Belekar (Yellow Band - 5th Grade)
• Digital Catalog Winner: Rosie Hooper (Yellow Band - 5th Grade)
• Exhibited Work: Talia Migliarini (Red Band - Kindergarten), Mia Nunziato (Red Band - 1st Grade), Aidan Belekar (Orange Band - 2nd Grade), Veronika Shakhovkina (Orange Band - 2nd Grade), and Liam Munns (Orange Band - 2nd Grade)

Their achievements highlight the exceptional talent and dedication present at OCASA. Each piece of artwork demonstrated remarkable creativity and skill, capturing the judges' attention and admiration.

You can view the names of all students recognized at the Youth Art Show on their digital catalog.

Celebrating Our Young Artists

This recognition at the Festival of the Arts Youth Art Show is an individual achievement and a collective celebration for our OCASA community. Our students' success reflects the supportive environment fostered by our dedicated teachers and the encouragement from parents.

The exhibited works varied in style and medium, showcasing the diverse talents of our young artists. From vibrant paintings to intricate sculptures, each piece told a unique story and brought a fresh perspective to the art show.

Join Us in Celebrating

We invite the entire OCASA community to celebrate our students' incredible achievements. Their success at the Festival of the Arts Youth Art Exhibit is a proud moment for our school community, and we look forward to seeing more of their creative endeavors in the future.

Congratulations once again to our outstanding artists and Mrs. L'Amour! Your hard work and creativity continue to inspire us all.