Kent County Public Schools (KCPS), in partnership with Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates (CRA) and with support from the Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA) recently celebrated the winners of the “Our School, Our Inspiration” student photo quest—an engaging activity inviting students to explore Kent County and capture images that reflect the natural beauty and character of their community.
Students from across the county were encouraged to submit original photographs that represent Kent County’s landscapes and wildlife. The activity was designed to inspire the wayfinding artwork within the new Kent County Middle School, allowing the building itself to tell a story of local life through student created imagery. The response was remarkable, with submissions showcasing stunning scenes of wildlife, waterways, scenic landscapes, and sustainable elements unique to Kent County.
All winning photographs were submitted by students from H.H. Garnet Elementary, whose images beautifully captured the spirit of Kent County. To celebrate the achievement, students and their families were invited to a pizza party, where winners received certificates and gift cards recognizing their creativity and contribution to the new school’s design. The recognition continued at the KCPS Board of Education meeting, where Superintendent, Dr. Mary McComas presented the awards to the students
and commended them. The winning photographs will be inspiration for artwork permanently captured on the walls of the new KCMS, ensuring that student voices and local inspiration become a lasting part of the school’s identity.
The initiative proved to be a tremendous success, highlighting community pride, student creativity, and the powerful role young people can play in shaping the environments where they learn.
Winners:
• Henry Divilio, Places Category Winner, 1st Grade HH Garnet ES
• Thomas Divilio, Animal Category Winner, 4th Grade HH Garnet ES
• Benjamin Boumiea, Plant Category Winner, 5th Grade HH Garnet ES
• Winners
o Henry Divilio, Places Category, Winner, 1st Grade HH Garnet ES o Benjamin Boumiea, Plant Category Winner, 5th Grade HH Garnet ES o Thomas Divilio, Animal Category Winner, 4th Grade HH Garnet ES
• Todd Vukmanic, CPD, CRA Principal, Sr. Project Manager.
• Winners' and their Families,'
• Kreigh Kirby, Director of Finance, KCPS Board Members,
• Dawn Sanders, MSA Project Manager,
• Dan Divilio, KCPS Public Relations/Communications Specialist,
• Dr. Mary McComas, Superintendent,
• Todd Vukmanic, CRA Principal, Sr. Project Manager
For additional information, contact:
Lori Walls, CPD, Director of Client Relations, Crabtree, Rohrbaugh Architects, lwalls@cra-architects.com, 410-528-0272
