The public is invited to attend a reception on Monday, May 8, 2017, to recognize the students who have participated in the Battle Ground School District Art Show, where more than 800 creative works will be on display.
This event will be held at Captain Strong Primary School (1002 NW 6th Ave) from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm.
At 6:00 pm the board members will recognize the first place, grand prize and best of show student winners. The school building will remain open until 8:00 pm that evening.
The art show celebrates the work of student artists from every grade level. Pieces on display include 3D sculptures, ceramics, drawings, digital art, photography, and paintings.
The event was founded by the late Bob Peck, who taught art classes and shaped the art program at Battle Ground High School for more than 37 years before he retired.
The art show will be on display, free of charge, from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm on school days from May 2nd to 26th at Captain Strong Primary School.