National Hispanic Heritage Month

Winners Announced!

With over 560 submissions, the committee evaluating entries really had their work cut out for them! Winners have been determined for the annual contest and are listed below.

The judging panel consisted of district, city, and library services members with a shared focus for how each design was successful in communication, connection to the theme, cultural representation and craftsmanship.

Poster contest - winning submission
1st Place

Students in grades 9 - 12 were invited to design a poster celebrating Hillsborough's Hispanic Heritage.

  • 1st Place Alondra R.-P. Cristo Rey Tampa Salesian High School
  • 2nd Place Ella W. Howard W. Blake High School
  • 3rd Place Vaishavi Y. Winthrop College Preparatory Academy
Winning posters Grades 9 - 12

Students in grades K - 8 were invited to design a bookmark celebrating Hillsborough's Hispanic Heritage.

Winners, Grades K - 2

1st Place Ishana T. Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School
Bookmark contest winner grades K-2
  • 2nd Place Tylee G. Deer Park Elementary School
  • 3rd Place Bryson D. Trinity School for Children

Winners, Grades 3 - 5

1st Place Samaira D. Pride Elementary School
Bookmark contest winner grades 3-5
  • 2nd Place Owen L. Kenneth E. Adum K-8 Magnet School
  • 3rd Place Lily V. Lithia Springs Elementary School

Winners, Grades 6 - 8

1st Place Neharika I. Bell Creek Academy
Bookmark contest winner grades 6-8
  • 2nd Place Samantha G. Bell Creek Academy
  • 3rd Place Sarita G. Orange Grove Middle Magnet