Congressional Art Winners

Allen ISD is proud to announce that six student artists from Allen High School have been recognized in the 2025 Congressional Art Competition, a national contest sponsored by the U.S. House of Representatives. 

Each spring, high school students from across the country submit original works of art for a chance to be recognized by their congressional district and have their art displayed in public government spaces. 

Among this year’s honorees, Allen High School senior Katie Zhou earned first place in Texas’ Third Congressional District with her piece “Nurtured by Time.” As the top winner, her artwork will be displayed for one year in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. 

Allen ISD students recognized in the 2025 competition include: 

  • “Nurtured by Time” by Katie Zhou – First Place, to be displayed in the Cannon Tunnel of the U.S. Capitol 

  • “The Stain of War” by Garrett Zlatar – Honorable Mention: Emotionally Gripping 

  • “Hey Little Man” by Mina Horvath – Portraiture Excellence: Child 

  • “Hope in the Wilderness” by Aasrita Gonaboyina – Most Effective Use of Light 

  • “Hope Shines in the Dark” by Caleb Angell – Use of Light and Dark 

  • “Russian Grey” by Andrew Obermeyer – The Eyes Have It 

Congratulations to these students for being recognized for their amazing talents! 

To learn more about the Congressional Art Competition, visit https://www.house.gov/educators-and-students/congressional-art-competition

Congressional Art WinnersCongressional Art WinnersCongressional Art WinnersCongressional Art WinnersCongressional Art WinnersCongressional Art Winners