Cape Students Earn Top Honors in Rehoboth Art League’s “Young at Art” Contest

Cape Henlopen School District is proud to recognize several talented local students who earned awards in the Rehoboth Art League’s annual “Young at Art” contest, a juried exhibition celebrating the creativity and artistic achievement of youth across the region.

The “Young at Art” program showcases student artwork in a variety of mediums, highlighting originality, technical skill, and creative expression. This year’s exhibition featured submissions from students across Sussex County, with several Cape Henlopen students receiving top honors for their outstanding pieces.

Student artists were recognized across multiple grade levels, with awards presented for excellence in categories such as painting, drawing, mixed media, and sculpture. Their work demonstrated not only strong artistic technique but also unique perspectives and thoughtful storytelling.

While all the schools in the Cape District were represented with participants in the contest, seven students earned awards.

• Cape Henlopen High School
  • Madison Capece – Best in Show
  • Ted Hart – Award of Excellence
• Beacon Middle School
  • Chloe Yeung – Picasso O’Keefe Promising Young Artist Award
  • Faye Yetter – Picaso O’Keefe Promising Young Artist Award
• Mariner Middle School
  • Myles Nathan – Upcoming Artist Award
• Rehoboth Elementary
  • Sofia Vale-Booton – Lee Wayne Mills Memorial Award
• Milton Elementary
  • Zachary Barth – Derrickson Award Nominee
  • Jayce Cera – Honorable Mention

Year after year, this contest provides students with a meaningful opportunity to have their artwork displayed in a professional gallery setting, inspiring confidence and encouraging continued exploration in the arts.

“We are incredibly proud of our students for their achievements in this year’s ‘Young at Art’ contest,” said Superintendent, Dr. Jenny Nauman. “Their creativity, dedication, and ability to express themselves through art is truly inspiring. Opportunities like this showcase the importance of arts education and the incredible talent within our schools at Cape!”

Cape Henlopen School District congratulates all participating students and extends appreciation to the Rehoboth Art League for continuing to support and celebrate young artists in the community.