Excellence in Action: Mr. Benitez Honored at Scholastic Awards #207Now #excellence #artexhibit @mainewestart @lahartanddesign2 @mainewestfab

 

Maine West is proud to celebrate the outstanding work of first-year art teacher Mr. Chuy Benitez, who was recently recognized at the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Chicago Regional Ceremony as one of just eight educators honored for having the highest number of individual student award recipients.

In Photography alone, Maine West students earned recognition in an incredibly competitive field. Out of more than 4,000 total art submissions - over 1,000 of which were Photography - only about 15% received any level of award. Among those, nine Maine West students were recognized, an impressive accomplishment that speaks to both student dedication and strong instruction.

Beyond the classroom, Mr. Benitez also served as the lead coordinator for Maine West’s Scholastic Awards submission process. His organization and leadership helped result in the highest number of student participants and award recipients the school has seen in recent years.

This kind of impact in a first year is remarkable. Thank you, Mr. Benitez, for raising the bar and creating meaningful, high-level opportunities for all of our visual art students!