National Hispanic Heritage Month

2025 Contest Winners

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 Julien A. Pepin Academies Tampa
  • 2nd Place Vaishavi Y. Winthrop College Preparatory Academy
  • 3rd Place Elena B. Freedom High School

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 Arya D. Lincoln Elementary Magnet School
  • 3rd Place Kamilah L. Citrus Park Elementary School

Winners, Grades 3 - 5

1st Place Grace L. Kenneth E. Adum K-8 Magnet School
Bookmark contest winner grades 3-5

Winners, Grades 6 - 8

1st Place Mishika R. Farnell Middle School
Bookmark contest winner grades 6-8
  • 2nd Place Suah K. Terrace Community Middle School
  • 3rd Place Gabriel D. Bell Creek Academy