At the June 23 school board meeting, the winners of the 2026 Agri-Art Contest were recognized. This year’s theme celebrated America’s 250th Anniversary and Agriculture, highlighting the important role farming plays in our nation’s history and future. The California Table Grape Commission is generously providing each winning teacher with a $250 grant for classroom art supplies.

Elementary Division
1st Place
Ariel Reyes, Grade 3
Amelia Earhart Elementary School, Teacher: Evangelina Felix-Osuna

Middle/High School Division
Honorable Mention
Lilianna Reyes, Grade 7
John Glenn Middle School, Homeroom Teacher: Jennifer Baxa

3rd Place
Gabrielle Coloma, Grade 9
La Quinta High School, Teacher: Melissa Nead

2nd Place/ Billboard Award Winner
Antonio Coloma II, Grade 6
La Quinta Middle School, Teacher: Paxton Pasillas

1st Place: Chanhwee Park, Grade 11, Palm Desert High School