27 March 2006

Governor Sebelius invites Kansas elementary students to show their Kansas pride in screen saver contest

Governor Kathleen Sebelius encourages Kansas elementary students (kindergarten through 6th grade) to show their Kansas pride by submitting original artwork for the state’s Show Your Kansas Pride screen saver contest.

“Kansas is a great place to visit, and an even better place to live. Kansas elementary students have an opportunity to help us promote our state through artwork that shows their Kansas pride,” Governor Sebelius said.

The contest is open to all Kansas elementary students who want to share their Kansas pride with the world. Through April 28, 2006, elementary students can submit original artwork to promote Kansas. Students, parents and teachers may visit the contest Web site for entry details at http://www.kansas.gov/education/screensaver/index.html.

In May the top entries will be featured on the state’s official Web portal, Kansas.gov, and the public will be encouraged to vote for their favorites. Once voting is complete, the top entry from each grade will be compiled into a downloadable screen saver and be available to download from Kansas.gov. In June, the Governor will award prizes and winners and their families will be treated to a day in the capital city.

From the Show Your Kansas Pride Web site, students can learn more about Kansas history, government, facts, symbols and more. Parents and teachers can also learn more about some of the many resources available online to assist in their work and private activities.