Annual Collaboration with POB Schools Brings Conservation  Awareness to Life through Student Art

The Plainview Water District (PWD) is thrilled to announce the finalists of its annual Water Conservation Poster Contest, celebrating young artists from first grade through sixth grade who creatively illustrated the importance of protecting our water resources. Held each spring as part of the District’s Preserve Plainview initiative, the contest continues a valued partnership with the Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District, combining environmental education with artistic expression.

“The Plainview Water District is incredibly proud of all the students who participated this year,” said PWD Commissioner Marc Laykind. “Their artwork reflects not only creativity but a clear understanding of why water conservation matters. It’s always exciting to see how each student brings their own perspective to such an important topic.”

The winners for this year’s water conservation poster contest are as follows:

• Grade 1
  • First Place – Chloe Feng
  • Second Place – Sophie Chong
  • Third Place – Tiffany Liang
• Grade 2
  • First Place – Sydnie Plotkin
  • Second Place – Emeline Tong
  • Third Place – Michaela Bednarik
• Grade 3
  • First Place – Fiona Reilly
  • Second Place – Aarohi Gawde
  • Third Place – Andrea Wang
• Grade 4
  • First Place – Mikaela Krain
  • Second Place – Benjamin Amaturo
  • Third Place – Anastasia Kanes

• Grade 5
  • First Place – Dana Yoon
  • Second Place – Fiona Yang
• Grade 6
  • First Place – Anastasia Lin
  • Second Place – Kaitlyn Chen

“Year after year, we’re impressed by the enthusiasm and effort these students put into their work,” said PWD Commissioner Andrew Bader. “Their posters show that they’re learning about water conservation in a meaningful way. We’re grateful for our partnership with the POB schools and the opportunity to support this educational experience.”

The winners of the water conservation poster contest are selected after deliberation from the PWD’s Board of Commissioners on categories including creativity, design, and overall message. This year, the District collected submissions from students and the finalists were recognized at an award ceremony, which the PWD held on June 5, 2025 at its headquarters.

“The poster contest is one of the highlights of our year,” said PWD Commissioner Michael Chad. “It’s incredibly rewarding to see how students interpret the concept of water conservation and show that through their art. We hope this sparks lifelong habits of sustainability—and reminds their families, too, that small actions make a big difference.”

For further information, or if you have any questions, please call the District at 516-931-6469, email info@plainviewwater.org or visit www.plainviewwater.org. Residents can also sign up to receive information by submitting their email address through the District’s homepage or following them on Facebook in order to stay up-to-date with District activities and initiatives.