All Oak Hills High School students electing to enroll in an Art and Design Department course will develop a Competitive Advantage, Appreciation of the Arts, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving Skills, Interdisciplinary Connections, Social and Global Awareness, and Career Preparation related to Visual Communication.
Beech Acres Parenting Center, in collaboration with the Contemporary Arts Center, recently hosted the inaugural ‘From Heart to Art”, teen-centered 2D art competition celebrating creativity, community, and compassion. Area teens were invited to submit any 2-Dimensional form of physical art (drawing, painting, watercolor, collage, etc.) for the competition. A local panel of professional art enthusiasts will select winners at the ‘For the Love of Kids Festival’ in Washington Park.
The esteemed panel of judges: local artists Mike Colbert and Jim Effler, and the Contemporary Art Center’s Director of Education, Elizabeth Hardin-Klink were extraordinarily impressed by the depth of creativity and execution. there were close to 100 visitors to the ‘For the Love of Kids Festival’ booth this past Sunday voting for the “People’s Choice” award.
Congratulations to OHHS Art and Design student Lydia Wilson who tied for Third Place for this year’s Love Grows Here theme! Lydia will receive a $50 Visa Gift Card for her entry, “Flattering Fugglers”.
“Selections 2025” is a biennial exhibition and awards gala, hosted since 1983, that spotlights artworks created by talented area junior and senior high school students as selected by their art teachers. Congratulations to the 2025 OHHS Art and Design students selected for this year’s exhibition:
Selected by OHHS Art Teacher, Jamie Schorsch:
Baylee Moorman, Grade 11: AP Art and Design: Drawing with Ms. Schorsch “The Collection”, Graphite on Bristol Board
Lydia Wilson, Grade 12: AP Art and Design: 2D Design with Ms. Schorsch “Goodnight Fugglers”, Prismacolor on Bristol Board
Baylee MoormanLydia Wilson
Selected by OHHS Art Teacher, Bridget Dignan-Cummins:
Evelyn Dann, Grade 12: AP Art and Design: 2D Design with Ms. Schorsch “What is a Matriarchy?”, Acrylic Painting on Canvas with Found Objects
Maggie Heydorn, Grade 12: AP Art and Design: 3D Design with Mrs. DC “Anastasis”, Ceramics
Evelyn DannMaggie Heydorn
Selected by OHHS Art Teacher, Steve Groh:
Leigha Aday, Grade 11: Photography with Mr. Groh “We’re All Mad Here”, Digitally Manipulated Photogram
Chloe Kelley, Grade 11: Photography with Mr. Groh “Ophelia’s Butterflies”, Photogram
Leigha AdayChloe Kelley
Two Selections 2025 Senior Art Scholarships: one of $5000 and one of $2000 for 2026-27; and the two Selections 2025 Junior Art Scholarships of $2000 each for 2027-28 (all renewable for three additional years with evidence of satisfactory progress) will be awarded by the MSJ Art & Design Faculty to outstanding students participating in Selections 2025.
The Gala Opening Reception is planned for Sunday, November 2, following a special ceremony at 1:00 p.m. in the Mount Theatre when certificates of recognition will be awarded to all participating students and art teachers who are present. The Selections 2025 Scholarship winners will be announced at the Recognition Ceremony as well. Parents, principals, families, and friends are cordially invited to attend.
The Selections Exhibition will be on display in the SSG Art Gallery through December 3rd, 2025.
Francine Gibson’s students are hard at work preparing a special tribute in honor of our nation’s Veterans. In the Digital Media Production 1 class, students are using their creativity and technical skills to design posters and graphics, while her Video Production students are hard at work crafting videos that highlight the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served our country.
Mrs. Gibson’s elementary students at J.F. Dulles are joining in the celebration by creating heartfelt artwork, writing thank-you letters, and learning about the importance of Veterans Day.
Behind the scenes, the National Art Honor Society (NAHS) students are designing posters and decorations to welcome our Veterans to the celebration while the Ceramics teachers and their students are handcrafting delicate poppy pins—symbols of remembrance and gratitude—as tokens of appreciation for our honored guests.
Throughout the high school, hundreds of students have written personal letters of thanks, expressing their heartfelt admiration for the bravery and dedication of our service members. It’s inspiring to see such collaboration and creativity across all grade levels as we come together to honor those who have given so much for our freedom.
In the newest season of Arts In Mind: Visual Art, Oak Hills High School art teacher Jamie Schorsch joins a lineup of accomplished artists and educators sharing their passion, process, and purpose. The series, created by the Northern Kentucky Institute for Arts Education, connects students with professional voices from across the creative spectrum, helping young artists discover their potential and chart their path from middle school through high school and beyond.
For Schorsch, being part of Arts In Mind is an extension of her belief that art is not only a skill but a journey, one that unfolds through discovery, development, and reflection. “Art helps students find their voice,” she shares. “It allows them to make sense of the world around them and to see their own capacity to create change.” Each video in the AIM: Visual Art series is designed to support four key stages of artistic growth: discovering artistry, developing skills, extending understanding, and preparing for college and career. Through these steps, students gain insight into how creative practice evolves and how it can lead to meaningful opportunities.
Schorsch’s feature highlights her dedication to building creative confidence in her students. In her Oak Hills classroom, she encourages young artists to take risks, explore new materials, and connect their art to larger ideas, from personal identity to global issues. Her approach mirrors the mission of Arts In Mind: to empower students to see themselves as artists today, not just in the future.
Teachers can access Schorsch’s episode and others through Arts In Mind’s free video library. Each segment is accompanied by a Viewing Guide, helping educators spark discussion, introduce career pathways, or encourage independent learning. For students watching, these conversations offer more than just advice, they open a window into the creative life. They reveal that art is a lifelong journey, one built on curiosity, persistence, and passion.
As Arts In Mind continues to inspire the next generation, Jamie Schorsch’s inclusion in the series stands as a reminder of the powerful impact teachers have in shaping artists, thinkers, and innovators.
If you are interested in hearing more of Schorsch’s experiences and perspectives on art, check out Episode 24 of Art Hang, hosted by local artist, educator, and fellow Arts in Mind participant. The Arts Hang podcast series explores inspiring and motivational stories about Greater Cincinnati area artists and their artist processes.
Beech Acres Parenting Center, in collaboration with the Contemporary Arts Center, is hosting the inaugural ‘From Heart to Art”, teen-centered 2D art competition celebrating creativity, community, and compassion. Area teens were invited to submit any 2-Dimensional form of physical art (drawing, painting, watercolor, collage, etc.) for the competition. A local panel of professional art enthusiasts will select winners on October 19th at the ‘For the Love of Kids Festival’ in Washington Park.
Best of luck to OHHS Art and Design students Baylee Moorman and Lydia Wilson who submitted entries for the competition!
OHHS Art and Design 