Each year, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and the Office of General Services honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by inviting schools across the state to submit student artwork and essays inspired by his life and teachings. Submissions reflect Dr. King’s Six Principles and Steps of Nonviolence or celebrate his birthday and lasting impact.
Monticello High School is proud to announce that 13 students were selected to have their work featured in the 2026 NYS Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Student Art & Essay Exhibition. The statewide exhibition includes student work from 155 schools and is currently on display at the Empire State Plaza in Albany. The full exhibition is also available online through the NYSED 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Student Art & Essay Exhibition gallery.
Congratulations to these talented students for representing Monticello Central School District and honoring Dr. King’s legacy through creativity, reflection, and powerful expression:
Visual Arts
- Evan Chen – Digital artwork
- Lisa Collins – Artwork
- Jeroz Irani – Blended artwork
- Natalia Ivanov – Artwork
- Rebekah Joyce – Artwork
- Yelyzaveta Kilochko – Artwork
- Anna Murillo Sanchez – Digital artwork
- Anneliese Reyes – Digital artwork
Written Expression
- Taisha Cordero Cruz – Essay
- Morgan Hutchins – Essay
- Mikayla Johnson – Essay
- Stephan LaTouche – Essay
- Emily Pine – Essay