News / Published on Jan 16, 2026

Take a bow: announcing winners of our Youth Art Contest

Look for the artists' work on a bus near you soon

A huge thank you to every artist who entered Community Transit’s “Design Together, Discover Together” Youth Art Contest! We were blown away by the creativity that Snohomish County youth brought to this contest.

Smiling faces, colorful buses
The theme of the contest was “Riding Transit with Friends.” From imaginative characters and joyful scenes to thoughtful illustrations of community and connection, your artwork reminded us how transit brings people together—every day.

 

 

Congratulations to our winners!

We’re excited to announce the winners in three categories, Elementary, Middle, and High Schools. Winners received gift cards, and first place winning artwork will be featured on a Community Transit bus for everyone to enjoy.

  • 1st Place, K-4: Elaine L. — Grade 3 Silverlake Elementary, Everett
  • 2nd Place, K-4: Ellie S.— Grade 2, Endeavor Elementary, Mukilteo
  • 3rd Place, K-4: Clark A. — Grade 4, Dutch Hill Elementary, Snohomish
  • 1st Place, 5-8: Brooklyn L. — Grade 5, Whittier Elementary, Everett
  • 2nd Place, 5-8: Cassiopeia G. — Grade 8, Home School, Everett
  • 3rd Place, 5-8: Hansel N. – Grade 5, Lake Stickney Elementary, Lynnwood
  • 1st Place, 9-12: Miray M. – Grade 12, Mountlake Terrace
  • 2nd Place, 9-12: Lizeth F. – Grade 12, Meadowdale High School, Lynnwood
  • 3rd Place, 9-12: Kaelyn C. — Grade 10, Monroe

Art goes mobile soon

One of the most exciting parts of this contest is seeing youth creativity out in the world. Keep an eye out this spring when the winning artwork hits the streets!