Looking to inspire the community to “Be a Hero, Waste Zero," East Valley Water District (District) invited local students in grades K-12 to participate in the District’s Poster Contest. Using crayons, watercolors, and markers, students used their creativity to draw how we can be water conservation heroes.
Receiving over 270 entries, 18 were selected as winners to be featured in the District’s new 18-month calendar. To celebrate and acknowledge the winning students for their achievement, the District held an awards ceremony during the regular Board Meeting on May 22.
“The ceremony is a great opportunity for the District to recognize the students that will inspire our community to conserve water throughout the year,” said Chris Carrillo, East Valley Water District Chairman. “It’s an honor to share this special moment with students and their families.”
The contest is held on a biennial basis with the participation of students and teachers from 20 local schools. It is incorporated into most curriculums as a tool to apply lessons about the water cycle and conservation.
“The Poster Contest wouldn’t be possible without the support from the school districts in our service area,” said John Mura, East Valley Water District General Manager/CEO. “We would like to thank faculty from both the San Bernardino City and Redlands School District for their participation and partnership in the contest.”