Downers Grove, IL - March 10, 2023 - The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) recognized seven junior high students for excellence in creative arts. The students were recognized at a reception Thursday evening at Community Bank of Downers Grove.

Artwork of any medium was welcomed for the annual program hosted by the local women’s volunteer organization. From 30 submissions from local 7th and 8th grade students, the following awards were presented:

Best in Show- Eye of the Tiger, Oscar Sather, 7th grade, Herrick
First Place, 7th grade- Eye, Mikaela Ellis, Herrick
Second Place, 7th grade- Mother Nature's Disapproval, Claire Seagraves, Herrick
Honorable Mention, 7th grade- Leaves, Camryn Tallarico, O’Neill
First Place, 8th grade-Ellie, Briley Steffes, Herrick
Second Place, 8th grade- Tiger, Alice Klibanov, Herrick
Honorable Mention, 8th grade- Walk of the Earth, Neda Masiulionis, O’Neill

"This program is a favorite tradition for our Club,” said Lindsay Garrity, president of DGJWC. “The opportunity for local students to be recognized for their creativity is important to us. We are always amazed by the incredible talent in our community.”

The winning artwork will be on display through March 31st at the Community Bank of Downers Grove. Located at 1111 Warren Avenue, Community Bank has proudly supported DGJWC’s art awards for decades; bank patrons start inquiring about the artwork in January! As a gold sponsor of Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club, Community Bank’s generosity allows DGJWC to give charitably to the community.

Junior High Students Recognized with Art Awards by DGJWC