Directing Change Program, launched in 2012, is excited to share the achievements of MSA students in its annual Hope and Justice September art and film contest!
Youth were asked to think about what their anchor is when going through a tough time, which could be anything that brings them joy, helps them cope, or reminds them of their reasons for living. Congratulations to these winning entries (click the titles to view):
• Second Place Monthly Prompt – Written Works: “Lonely Skies” by Chelsea Reyes, ’25 Creative Writing & Instrumental Music
• First Place Hope and Justice – Written Works: “She” by Adrian Valentine, ’26, Creative Writing & Photography
• Second Place Hope and Justice – Written Works: “A Mirror Worth Your Life” by Hope Greenleaf, ’25, Creative Writing & Sculpture & Ceramics
• Third Place Hope and Justice – Written Works: “Fighters” by Sofia Spinella, ’26, Creative Writing & Photography
• Honorable Mention Hope and Justice – Written Works: “Glimmer and Shine” by Story Hadfield, ’26, Creative Writing & Dance
• Honorable Mention Hope and Justice – Written Works: “Role Model” by Biana Toussaint, ’26, Creative Writing & Drawing & Painting.
View the complete list of September winners and hear from the youth artists here