Congratulations to the winners of the 13th annual Mental Health Out Loud art contest. Every year, this contest invites RVS students in Grades 5-12 to use art to create awareness and reduce the negative stigma surrounding mental illness. We are constantly amazed and inspired by the thoughtfulness, creativity and courage that shines through the student submissions. Student contributions have sparked valuable conversations and continue to play a vital role in promoting mental wellness throughout our school communities. Thank you to the RVS staff who supported these student artists.

This year's winners are:

Grades 5-8 

• First Place: "Battle of Emotions" - Cairo, Langdon School
• Second Place: "A Helping Hand" - Austin, Chestermere Lake Middle School
• Third Place: "Burden of Being" - Alanna, École Airdrie Middle School

Grades 9-12 

• First Place: "Unseen" - Jessica, Chestermere High School
• Second Place: "Being Watched" - Abigail, George McDougall High School
• Third Place: "Social Media & Our Minds" - Sara, W.H. Croxford High School

Mental Health Out Loud Art Contest

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