Submit Your Artwork for a Chance to Win $500!
Get ready to let your imagination run wild! ESS is thrilled to host an art contest inviting students in grades K-12 to create original artwork inspired by this year’s theme:
"Imagine a day at school where toys come to life. What would your day look like?"
Whether you love to draw, paint, or design digitally, we’re excited to see your unique vision come to life.
How to Enter
Create your artwork based on the theme, “Imagine a day at school where toys come to life. What would your day look like?”
Submit your artwork using the form on this page by Sunday, March 1, at 8:00 PM ET.
Important Dates
Public Voting
Finalists will be showcased on ESS’ social media for voting, during the week of April 6th.
Winner Announcement
Tune in on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026, to see who wins!
Important Information
How to Enter
Don't miss your chance to showcase your creativity – click here for instructions on how to enter the 2026 ESS Art Contest!
Eligibility
To be eligible to enter the 2026 ESS Art Contest, the Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent legal U.S. resident who is enrolled in a public school or charter school (grades K-12) in the continental United States.
Judging
Discover the full judging criteria for the 2026 ESS Art Contest – click here to learn how submissions will be evaluated!
Rules
Confirm that your submission meets all the contest criteria – click here to review all the rules for the 2026 ESS Art Contest.
Teacher Permission Form
If you're a teacher submitting artwork on behalf of your students, be sure to include a signed permission form – click here to download the teacher permission form for the 2026 ESS Art Contest
Art Contest Submission Form
Thank you and good luck!
