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NEARI Art Initiative: Call for student artwork!

NEARI invites high school students to submit art work for an installation at 99 Bald Hill Rd.
young artist sitting in front of art canvases
By: NEARI
Published: September 29, 2025

Key Takeaways

  1. High school artists are invited to submit visual artwork for an art installation at NEARI Headquarters in Cranston.
  2. Students may submit individually or work collaboratively in groups. One submission will be selected to receive a $100 Amazon Gift Card and formal recognition from NEARI.
  3. Deadline is April 24, 2026

Call for Student Artwork!

NEARI is seeking original student artwork that reflects the role of public education in shaping opportunity, equity, justice, progress, and community. The selected piece will inspire the design of a large, permanent art installation that amplifies student voices and the role of education in shaping a better world.

What Public Education Means – Not Just for Individuals, but for Our Society and Our Future

We are seeking original student artwork that explores this year’s theme: “What Does Public Education Mean—Not Just for Individuals, but for Our Society and Our Future?”

The selected piece will help inspire the design of a large, permanent art installation that amplifies student voices and the role of public education in shaping a better world. Students may submit individually or work collaboratively in groups. One submission will be selected to receive a $100 Amazon Gift Card and formal recognition from NEARI.

We encourage art teachers and parents to share this opportunity with your high school students and support them in reflecting on questions such as:

  • What role does public education play in building opportunity, equity, justice, or progress? 
  • How does learning shape not just personal growth, but the future of our communities?

DETAILS

Format: Any visual art (painting, drawing, digital, collage, mixed media)
Submission: High-quality photo or scan of the student’s original work
Deadline: April 24, 2026
Send submissions and any questions to Bridget Almon: [email protected]

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