Scholastic Art & Writing Awards is "the nation's longest-running, most prestigious recognition program for creative teens." Seven Grinnell High School students placed at the regional competition. Honorable Mention: Penelope Fennell in Poetry with "Hunger," Peyton Stevenson in Flash Fiction with "Waterworks," and Frances Pedersen in Poetry with "When you Leave Me Behind." Silver Key: Magaret Kaup in Dramatic Script for "Grow." Gold Key: Jacob Raney in Photography with "The Weight of a Withering Heart," Athen Schubert in Poetry with "Memories," and Myles Manley in Poetry with "Ode to Naivety." Additionally, Athen Schubert is an American Voices Scholarship Nominee. Gold Key recipients move on to compete at the national level! The Regional Awards Celebration takes place on March 8th in Iowa City. The National Awards Announcement takes place on March 26th. Congratulations to all!
