Youth Art Month
What is Youth Art Month?
Youth Art Month began in 1961 and is celebrated every March as a nationwide opportunity to recognize the importance of art and art education in the lives of young people. The month encourages communities, schools, and families to come together in support of strong, high-quality art programs that nurture creativity and self-expression in every child.
At the national level, the Council for Art Education, leads this inspiring initiative. In Washington, the Washington Art Education Association proudly carries it forward, connecting local schools, educators, and community partners. Youth Art Month celebrates the many ways the visual arts help students grow—building creativity, problem-solving, observation, and communication skills that reach far beyond the classroom and into everyday life.
At the national level, the Council for Art Education, leads this inspiring initiative. In Washington, the Washington Art Education Association proudly carries it forward, connecting local schools, educators, and community partners. Youth Art Month celebrates the many ways the visual arts help students grow—building creativity, problem-solving, observation, and communication skills that reach far beyond the classroom and into everyday life.
"The World Needs Art"
Student Design ContestWAEA Members are eligible to have their students create designs and compete in the design contest. Students compete in three different levels:
Primary, Middle, and High School. |
Involve Your CommunityAsk your local leaders - Principal, Superintendent, School Board, and/or Mayor - to declare March as Youth Art Month.
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Enter by January 16thDon't delay! Give students plenty of time to create and complete their designs.
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Past WAEA YAM Winners
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2025
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2024
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2023
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PLAN YOUR OWN YOUTH ART MONTH EVENTS:
Collaborate with others in your Region or ESD. Organize an art event in March for your school, district or region. Share the local art events you are facilitating/participating in during March! |
Share your event with other WAEA educators by writing an article for Splatter Magazine or posting it on our FaceBook.
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