The ability to transform one’s waste to something truly beautiful is the hidden talent some individuals here at C. Milton Wright hold. These students reveal their talents when it comes to the hidden art of recycling. A recycling art contest is a creative and impactful way to raise awareness about the importance of recycling, while also showcasing student’s talents. Students are encouraged to use recyclable materials to create special pieces of art, showing how waste can be turned into something beautiful.
3-D Design students, here at C. Milton Wright, began by collecting recyclable materials. They brought in over a hundred cereal boxes, dozens of thick cardboard boxes, and hundreds of soda cans. They also brought in water bottles, paint swatches, broken pieces of glass, pieces of old electronics, CDs, and more. Students focused on problem solving skills, manipulating recycled materials, and overcoming frustration and setbacks during the process.
This contest inspires the community to have a different perspective about the materials they throw away. The students who participate in this contest contribute to environmental sustainability and are inspiring others around them with eco-friendly practices. The C. Milton Wright students who will be participating in the recycling contest this school year are Maddie Duffalo, Luke Puhalla, Sonya Vera, Alana Davis, Natalie Herringshaw, Natalie Burns, Ava Criss, Barcy Cano-Romero, Grace Mann, and Mackenzie Pavlista. Each of these students will be creating different pieces of art in hopes of winning the contest.
All 3-D art students competed at the school level, and their work was judged. Ten semi-finalists were chosen, and six finalists then moved on to the state competition. Our very own C. Milton Wright student, Maddie Dufallo, won second place in the workmanship competition at the state level with her piece,” Serenity”, which is a Hummingbird made from soda cans and plastic bottles. So, before you throw something into the recycling bin, pause, and think if you can make something more meaningful out of it.
