Senator Ryan Honors Student Artists in Districtwide Showcase

Today, State Senator Christopher J. Ryan (NY-50) honored more than 80 student artists representing 11 schools from across his district whose artwork was featured in his Albany and district offices during his first legislative session. Each student received a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of their creativity, effort, and contribution to the 2025 Student Art Showcase.

“I'm deeply grateful to the students, educators, and families who helped make this program a success,” said Sen. Ryan. “The artwork brought color, energy, and inspiration into my offices, reminding all who walk through the doors of the talent and imagination that exists in every corner of our communities. I was moved by what I saw, and I encourage each of these young artists to keep creating and sharing their gifts.”

The Student Art Showcase is part of Sen. Ryan’s ongoing efforts to engage young people and uplift the students in Central New York. Plans for the 2026 program are already underway, with expanded participation and community involvement expected.

Schools that participated included:

Central Square School District

• A.A. Cole Elementary School
• Mallard Hawk Elementary School
• Hastings-Mallory Elementary School

Liverpool Central School District

• Soule Road Middle School

Lyncourt School District

• The Lyncourt School

North Syracuse Central School District

• Cicero Elementary School
• North Syracuse Junior High School
• Cicero-North Syracuse High School

Phoenix Central School District

• Emerson J. Dillion Middle School 

West Genesee Central School District

• Stonehedge Elementary School

Westhill Central School District

• Onondaga Hill Middle School

The ceremony took place at the Solvay Public Library, with the student’s families and teachers in attendance.

For more information about the Student Art Showcase or how to participate in next year’s program, please contact Senator Ryan’s district office at chrisryan@nysenate.gov.