Each year through the Thank a Teacher campaign, the Virginia Lottery encourages students, parents and the general public to send thank-you notes to Virginia’s deserving public school teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week. Since 2016, winning teachers have been prized with Virginia vacations, gift cards and money for their school.
Now is the time to submit artwork. We are looking for three students to have their artwork featured on thousands of thank-you notes to be distributed during Teacher Appreciation Week in May.
The contest is open to all K-12 students enrolled in one of Virginia’s public schools (not just art students!). One top-prize winner will be selected from each level: elementary school, middle school and high school. The three winners will see their artwork featured on the 2024 thank-you notes. They’ll also receive a $200 Visa® gift card and win $2,000 in supplies for their school’s art department from the Lottery and our valuable partners at The Supply Room.
Submissions will be accepted now through November 13, 2023. For more information about the Thank a Teacher Art Contest, including official rules, eligibility and entry requirements, visit www.ThankaTeacherVA.com.
