Rep. Christopher Shays welcomes Staples senior Anna Horowitz to the U.S. Capitol today. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photoStaples High School senior Anna Horowitz went to Washington, D.C. today to be honored for winning the 2005 4th District Congressional Arts Competition.
Accompanied by her mother, Lisa, Anna attended a reception for her and other winners at the U.S. Capitol as guest of Rep. Christopher Shays.
Her artwork will hang for one year beside works from other congressional districts in the passageway between the House office buildings and the Capitol.
Anna, who submitted a pastel entitled �Self Portrait,” was named winner in the competition held last month at the Westport Arts Center.
There were 57 pieces submitted by high school students from 11 schools in the 4th District. (See WestportNow May 16, 2005).
How wonderful and exciting! Congratulations! We’re all very proud of your accomplishments. You’ve brought honor to our town.