Emery Adams, of Carson Montessori School, who took third place.
The Nevada Treasury announced the winners of its fourth annual “What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?” art contest.
The contest was open to pre-K to 12th grade students from Aug. 12 through Oct. 13, encouraging the use of artistic talents to create original artwork depicting what students want to be when they grow up.
First, second and third place winners from all grade levels, along with their families and schools, were honored at a private reception on Dec. 18 at The Windmill Library. Students’ artwork is on display through Feb. 18.
Top award winners will be recognized by the Nevada Treasury for their work. First place winners are awarded $1,000, second place winners are awarded $500, and third place winners are awarded $250.
All prize money is awarded in the form of a 529 college savings account.
Local winners include: Ethan Perkins, of Fernley Intermediate School, who took second place; and Emery Adams, of Carson Montessori School, who took third place.
For information, visit https://nvigate.gov/programs/nevadas-529-plans/.
Ethan Perkins, of Fernley Intermediate School, who took second place