Paul E. Tarkiainen Art Award

The Paul E. Tarkiainen Art Award is an annual, non-renewable honor designed to recognize outstanding artistic capability and accomplishments. The program is specifically tailored for graduating high school seniors who attend South High Community School in Worcester, Massachusetts. Selection for this recognition is determined by the art teachers and staff members of the high school, who evaluate candidates based on their exceptional creative talents and achievements in the arts. There are no specific residency requirements or restrictions on the recipient's chosen college field of study, making it accessible to any talented artist graduating from the designated high school. This award serves to celebrate the creative contributions of a student within the school community as they transition to their post-secondary endeavors.