High School Student Art Banner Project

Celebrating young artists across Okaloosa County with banners displayed throughout Cinco Bayou

Art That Hangs in Cinco Bayou

Each year, Okaloosa Public Arts works with seven public high schools to turn student artwork into large-scale banners displayed throughout Cinco Bayou. It’s a vibrant celebration of young talent and a public art project the entire community can enjoy.

2025 High School Art Banner Winners

Niceville

Crestview

Fort Walton

Choctaw

Destin

Laurel Hill

How Students Get Featured

Okaloosa County high school art teachers submit four original pieces from their students. Selected designs are printed on full-size vertical banners and installed along Eglin Parkway. Banners remain up for one year, and students receive a $50 award plus their banner to keep afterward.

August–September: Teacher outreach and rules sent
December 1: Submission Deadline
January–February: Banners printed and shipped
March: Public installation along Eglin Parkway
Following Spring: Banners returned to students

Submission Rules for Teachers

Submit 4 pieces per school
Artwork should be 16” x 20” (portrait orientation)
Use bold, simple designs that read well from a distance
Family-friendly themes only
Submit files as JPG or PDF
Name files: FirstName.LastName.SchoolName.jpg
Email to: banners@okaloosapublicarts.org