Congressman Crowley Announces Winners of 2013 Art Competition for 14th Congressional District

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Rep. Joe Crowley (D-Queens, the Bronx) announced the winners of the 2013 Congressional Art Competition for New York’s 14th Congressional District. Jazmin Sabino, a senior at the Collegiate Institute for Math and Science in the Bronx, took top honors for her piece titled, “Inner Emotions.” Jazmin’s artwork will be displayed at the U.S. Capitol for one year along with other winners from around the country.

“The Congressional Art Competition is a terrific way to promote the work of emerging young artists from New York’s 14th Congressional District,” said Rep. Crowley, a staunch advocate for the arts. “Through this contest we have shown that both Queens and the Bronx have a tremendous talent pool of young artists whose work reflects of the rich cultural diversity of our district. I firmly believe in empowering our youth through the arts and this experience helps do just that. Congratulations to Jazmin on winning the contest and thank you to all the students who participated!”

The Congressional Art Competition is a nationwide high school art competition that provides an opportunity for Members of Congress to encourage and recognize artistic talents of their young constituents. Over 650,000 high school students nationwide have participated in the competition since 1982.

2013 14th Congressional District Art Competition Winners:

First Place:

Jazmin Sabino, 12th grade, Collegiate Institute for Math and Science

Second Place: (tied)

Paola Garcia, 10th grade, Monsignor Scanlan High School

Alexandra Foglia, 11th grade, Preston High School

Third Place:

Cleopatra Zhonga, 11th grade, Preston High School

Congressman Crowley is the eight-term representative from the 14th Congressional District of New York, which includes sections of Queens and the Bronx. He is a member of the powerful Ways and Means Committee and serves as Vice Chair of the Democratic Caucus in the House of Representatives.