Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Washington Community High School Entry Title: Students weigh in on pros, cons of tracking apps Entry Credit: Isabella Sank Judge Comment: Eye-catching, strong art. The parent-art angles cleverly to the text, directing readers to the story. One object needs to be more dominant.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Normal Community High School Entry Title: Resources, not enrollment, are driving the IHSA competitive gap Entry Credit: Andrew Naour Judge Comment: Clever collage of ideas that makes the point of the story clear and showcases the story. Lots to look at, maybe the IHSA logo should be more dominant.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Maine West High School Entry Title: Scares Screams & Smiles Entry Credit: Noah Abero Judge Comment: Nice, clear and simple illustration that leads reader to the text.
Place Name: Honorable Mention Contestant Name: West Chicago High School Entry Title: Separate Rooms, Shared Questions Entry Credit: Ruby Guerrero Judge Comment: Interesting, clear art and clever ideas. The illustration is too dominant and the wording is difficult to read.
Competition Comment: Art is impressive in this category; The work shows an understanding of the story and directs the reader's attention skillfully. The work shows an understanding of writer's message.
Some entries are cartoons NOT illustrations.
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