Congratulations to our talented student visual artists and performers for the exemplary work they have accomplished during such a challenging year. I would also like to extend my gratitude to their talented teachers, families, and committed school leaders for their continued support of rigorous arts programming in their schools.

I applaud the artistic accomplishments of all our students across the city and look forward to making a continuous, rigorous, inclusive arts education a reality for all New York City public school students.

Meisha Porter, Department of Education Chancellor

When we create a platform for students to be leaders, to express themselves and to take risks in creating arts, they develop a sense of ownership, innovation and creativity that guides their learning and adult lives. Throughout this pandemic, our students used their artistic talents, skills, and passion to communicate, connect, and heal. In my role as the Executive Superintendent for Manhattan, I am proud and humbled by our 125,000 extraordinary students, artists, and leaders of NYC, who continue to demonstrate resilience and excellence.

Marisol C. Rosales, Executive Superintendent for Manhattan