Prairie State Wire

SPRINGFIELD, IL - For the second year in a row, Springfield Public Schools District 186 and the Illinois State Fair collaborated to provide students at Ridgely Elementary with a unique opportunity.

Students at Ridgely took part in a contest to design a postcard for the Illinois State Fair, showcasing their creative perspectives on the event. Winners were selected from each grade level, with their postcards set to be printed and available for free at the fair in August.

"We appreciate our partnership with District 186 and look forward to families across the state of Illinois using a custom postcard designed by Ridgely students," said Rebecca Clark, Illinois State Fair Manager.

In addition to the postcard contest, students in District 186 have the chance to enter their art projects in the Illinois State Fair Art Competition, with various categories available and cash prizes up for grabs. The deadline for entries is July 15, and more information can be found on the Illinois State Fair website.

The collaboration between Ridgely Elementary, District 186, and the Illinois State Fair continues to foster creativity and engagement among students, providing them with a platform to showcase their artistic talents to a wider audience.