Vista, CA- The beginning of April saw students from across all arts disciplines shine through Vista’s Art Under the Stars. The Moonlight Amphitheatre had 29 performing groups from elementary to high school share their talent over two days. Both days had packed houses as parents and the community came out to support the more than 1000 student performers. It was a fabulous demonstration of the talent, skills, and abilities our students have developed in the arts.

The Civic Center Showcase, which runs through April 27th, features middle school and high school visual artists from across the district. The opening reception was well attended by families and dignitaries such as our school board, mayor, and city council members.

Congratulations to the following awardees: Mayor’s Award MS – Natalie Bankert; Mayor’s Award HS – Haley Reed; Superintendent’s Award MS – Daisy Goodson; Superintendent’s Award HS – Desiree Garcia; City Council Award MS – McKenzie Duggan; City Council Award HS – Jenny Ortega; Principal’s Award MS – Maleny Garcia; Principal’s Award HS – Maricela Herrera; Originality: MS – 1st Place Hailey Bennet, 2nd Place Maizy Harry, 3rd Place Elise Harner; Originality: HS – 1st Place Kyla Smith, 2nd Place Mandy Trinh, 3rd Place Eva Majeska; Artistry: MS – 1st Place Rey Martinez, 2nd Place Zurysadai Garcia, 3rd Place Ava Regos; Artistry: HS – 1st Place Grace Montes, 2nd Place Maritza DeJesus, 3rd Place Savannah Lopez; Best in 3D – 1st Place Rowan Kugher, 2nd Place Havanna Millwad, 3rd Place Natalie Gonzalez; Best in Show MS – Cole Eustace; Best in Show HS – Jorge Martinez.