Student-artists from the Vidal M. Treviño School of Communications and Fine Arts (VMT) have once again solidified the school's reputation for creative excellence, delivering a standout performance at the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for the 28th District.
The prestigious annual competition, which showcases the finest high school artistic talent from across the congressional district, saw VMT students rise to the top, earning both second and third-place honors overall.
Top Honors for Ramos and Marchan
Leading the charge for the VMT Gladiators were two exceptionally talented individuals whose dedicated craftsmanship caught the eyes of the judges:
Gabriella Ramos secured the highly coveted 2nd Place award in the district.
Madelyn Marchan followed closely behind, capturing 3rd Place honors.
VMT administration expressed immense pride in their outstanding accomplishments, noting the relentless dedication and hours of hard work both students poured into their respective masterpieces.
A Showcase of Gladiator Talent
VMT was heavily represented in the competition, with a powerful roster of students submitting exceptional artwork across various mediums. The participating students competed under the elite guidance of their dedicated VMT art instructors:
Instructor | Competing Student-Artists |
Mrs. Brooke Berrios | Antonio Centeno, Ana Nieto, Yareni Sandate, Camila Camacho, Crystal Perrusquia, & Regina Loa |
Mrs. Joanne Valdez | Destiny Cardenas, Alan Garcia Ramirez, & Gabriella Ramos (2nd Place) |
Mrs. Clarissa Visarra | Janelle Gomez, Madelyn Marchan (3rd Place), & Joanna Mendez |
Defining the Standard in the Arts
The Congressional Art Competition is a nationwide visual arts contest that recognizes and encourages artistic talent in each congressional district. By competing at such a high level, these young Gladiators have highlighted the strength of Laredo's fine arts community on a broader stage.
"We are incredibly proud of all of our participants for representing VMT so well and continuing to define the standard through the arts," Mr. Ramos stated, celebrating the collective effort of the students and their mentors. "Way to go, Gladiators!"