GOAL Digital Academy recently hosted its fifth Annual Art Show and Sale at the Delaware Lab Location, celebrating the artistic talents of its students and the supportive spirit of its communities across Central Ohio.
Jenna Abrams, a 2024 graduate and Marion student, describes her art as “beautiful chaos” as she encompasses a wide spectrum of emotions—from sorrow and euphoria to rage and love—often within a single piece. Abrams's artwork generated $600 in sales, making her the top seller. Abrams is committed to continuing her artistic journey, aiming to resonate with and validate others' feelings. She is also enthusiastic about starting her own business, pursuing higher education, and participating in art festivals to share her creations with a broader audience.
"This year’s art show was truly record-breaking, and we couldn't be prouder of our students. The level of engagement this event brings to GOAL is extraordinary. It's one of my favorite days of the school year, as it fills the building with laughter and smiles. The immense pride each student feels while viewing their artwork on display is both incredibly fun and deeply rewarding," said Casey Clark, high school art teacher and creator of the Annual Art Show and Sale.
The event raised $2,714, with the majority of the proceeds going directly back to the academy's artists. In addition to sales, funds were supported by donations, raffles, book sales, and staff art to benefit the Fine Art programming at GOAL Digital Academy. Over 1,500 art pieces were exhibited and more than 250 students participated in the event, representing each lab, including Columbus and Mended Reeds.
“Setting up my first art show at GOAL reaffirmed the magic in teaching and the infinite potential of every artist’s journey,” K-8 art teacher Alyssa Clayton said. “For me, it was a moment of shared joy and accomplishment where creativity bloomed and became visible to all who wandered through our gallery.”
Student Awards:
Top Elementary Artist: Justin Rhett Stewart, 1st Grade, Cardington
Top Middle School Artist: Ciera Cramer, 6th Grade, Mount Vernon
Top High School Artist: Jenna Abrams, 12th Grade, Marion
Kindergarten
1st Place - Mason Meadows, Mansfield
2nd Place - Annabella Halley, Delaware
3rd Place - Paul Guy, Newark
1st Grade
1st Place - Jason Cole, Mansfield
2nd Place - Jay-Lynne Cole, Mansfield
3rd Place - Aaleyah Snyder, Galion
2nd Grade
1st Place - Katieann Deems, Mount Vernon
2nd Place - Logan Carey, Galion
3rd Place - Memphis Vargo, Marion
3rd Grade
1st Place - Calah Mahek, Galion
2nd Place - Hunter Simmons, Newark
3rd Place - Jayden Snyder, Galion
4th Grade
1st Place - Haley Sieving, Mansfield
2nd Place - Jaxon Baldwin, Galion
3rd Place - Aiden Snyder, Galion
5th Grade
1st Place - Emmalyn Glass, Marion
2nd Place - Jaelynn Stephens, Mansfield
3rd Place - Sutton Miller, Marion
6th Grade
1st Place - Jack Anderson, Mansfield
2nd Place - Cole Lewis, Delaware
3rd Place - Aubree Stover, Newark
7th Grade
1st Place - Ruby Stratton, Galion
2nd Place - Bradleigh Glass, Marion
3rd Place - Vada Savage, Newark
8th Grade
1st Place - Alex Shonebarger, Newark
2nd Place - Shaye Eaton, Galion
3rd Place - Maleya Stover, Delaware
9th Grade
1st Place - Francesca DePauw, Mansfield
2nd Place - Kristie Miller, Marion
3rd Place - Elysia Leasure, Delaware
10th Grade
1st Place - Lillian Chafin, Galion
2nd Place - Jason Bigler, Cardington
3rd Place - Memphis Wilson, Delaware
11th Grade
1st Place - Jacob Hurley Calevro, Delaware
2nd Place - Briannah Patterson, Delaware
3rd Place - Shelby Lozier, Galion
12th Grade
1st Place - Princeton McArtor, Delaware
2nd Place - Rylan Cramer, Mount Vernon
3rd Place - Laura Barnhart, Delaware
