Dr. Joyce Announces 2022 Congressional Art Competition Winner

Press Release

Today, Congressman John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13) announced that Gavin McAllister, a Senior at Southern Fulton High School, is the winner of the 2022 High School Congressional Art Competition for Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District, he is the son of Carrie and Ian McAllister.

"Gavin McAllister's piece, "Glimpse of Fulton County', is a vibrant display of Pennsylvania's enviable natural beauty. His collection of photographs will represent our district well in the halls of Congress" said Dr. Joyce. "It is my honor to congratulate Gavin on this achievement, and I am grateful to all of the talented students who submitted artwork. Our district is blessed with incredibly creative and talented students, and I wish all of them continued success."

Each year, the Congressional Institute sponsors a visual art competition to highlight the artistic ability of high school students across the country. A student's artwork is chosen from each congressional district and displayed in the U.S. Capitol.

The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for Members of Congress to recognize the talent and creativity of high school students across the country. Since then, more than 650,000 high school students have participated in the nationwide competition.

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