NHS Artists Goodwin, Chambers Recognized by Congresswoman Jahana Hayes

Congressional Art Competition winners Anna Goodwin, grade 11, and Mekhi Chambers, grade 12, stand with NHS art teacher Leeza Desjardins and Congresswoman Jahana Hayes.

Gillian Brown, Activities & Academics Editor
June 11, 2021

WOODBURY — Two of Nonnewaug’s outstanding student-artists were recognized by Congresswoman Jahana Hayes on Thursday, June 10th, during the NHS Art Show.

Anna Goodwin, junior, won 1st place in the 2021 Congressional Arts Competition for her work, “Allegro.” Her piece will be displayed in the Capitol Tunnel.

Mekhi Chambers, senior, won a National Gold Medal for his piece called “Fitting In,” which will be displayed in the Congresswoman’s Waterbury office.

Hayes visited Nonnewaug on June 10 to congratulate the winners. She also spent time viewing the NHS Art Show and meeting with students and staff.

News

About the Contributor

Gillian Brown, Clubs/Activities Editor

Gillian is a junior and second-year journalism student who is the clubs and activities editor of the NHS Chief Advocate. She has been writing on her own for years and considers it one of her passions. Gillian is a member of Nonnewaug’s Drama Club and participates in the school’s musical production every year. She is also a member of Wingman, serving as a peer advisor for incoming freshmen. She believes that writing for the Chief Advocate is one of the most interesting and rewarding opportunities offered at Nonnewaug, and she cannot wait to see how the website will grow and improve with the help of its new members and online platform.