LAS VEGAS – The Richard Harris Law Firm proudly announced the winners of the fourteenth Spirit of Nevada Award Contest. This year’s competition focused on the theme, “Heart of the Golden West,” encouraging students to showcase Nevada’s uniqueness, beauty, and history. The award contest received 67 submissions spanning three categories, including writing, artwork, and video, from elementary, middle, and high school participants. Twelve total recipients were selected statewide.
Students from 22 schools across the State participated in this year’s Award Contest, including homeschooled participants. All 12 winning students were awarded $1,000 and an iPad, with their teachers receiving a $500 Amazon gift card.
“Year after year, Nevada’s youth impress me with their creativity, ingenuity, and passion for the State of Nevada,” said Richard Harris, Founder of the Richard Harris Law Firm. “‘Heart of the Golden West’ wasn’t just this year’s theme – it’s a spotlight on the history of our State. Each person who submitted an entry for this year’s award had a unique interpretation of the theme that truly encompassed all that Nevada is. Thank you to everyone who created a submission and a big congratulations to the winners.”
The full list of winners can be found below:
High School:
• Angela Park | Las Vegas Academy of the Arts | Artwork
• Aubree Sumrall | White Pine High School | Poem
• Jessica Young | White Pine High School | Video
• Cara Lee | Bishop Gorman High School | Artwork
Middle School:
• Chloe Jang | Doral Academy Red Rock Middle/High School | Artwork
• Isabelle Chen | Bob Miller Middle School | Artwork
• Alyssa Chavez | Meadow Valley Middle School | Poem
• Gemma Kim | Del Webb Middle School | Artwork
Elementary School:
• Yasmine Roseta | Nevada Learning Academy | Artwork
• Giovanni Martinez | Ober Elementary | Artwork
• Jia Han | Pinecrest Academy Inspirada | Artwork
• Gustavo Rodriguez Armas | Mater Academy Mountain Vista | Artwork
Expressing gratitude, Samantha Chian, the host of Spirit of Nevada, stated, “I appreciate everyone who submitted an entry this year and those who have participated throughout the contest’s history. Witnessing the creativity and talent of Nevada’s students is truly one of my favorite aspects of the year.”
One teacher characterized the contest as a ‘ray of hope’ for students amid a challenging year, particularly with the tragic loss of two students. Emphasizing that this news is the best they’ve received in a long time, the teacher believes it will play a significant role in rebuilding morale.
The Spirit of Nevada Award Contest, sponsored by the Richard Harris Law Firm, stems from Rick’s deep affection for Nevada and its scenic beauty. This competition allows students to explore the amazing people and places of Nevada.
For more information about the 2023 Spirit of Nevada Award Contest or to view this year’s winning submissions, please visit SpiritOfNevada.org.
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