Santa Clara County Superior Court Invites K–5 Students to Submit Original Artwork for Public Display

SAN JOSÉ, CA (April 24, 2025) :  The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara is excited to announce a countywide call for original artwork from elementary school students in grades K–5. This initiative, led by Judge Elizabeth C. Peterson, seeks to highlight the creativity and joy of young students by showcasing their artwork in the Court’s newly revitalized Jury Assembly Rooms.

Students are encouraged to submit pieces that reflect the theme:  “What brings you happiness and joy.” Selected works will be featured in public jury assembly spaces and on the Court’s official website beginning July 7, 2025.

Submission Guidelines:

• Artwork must be original and submitted as 8 x 11 hard copies.
• Electronic submissions will not be accepted.
• Submissions should be mailed to:
  Hon. Elizabeth C. Peterson
  Hall of Justice
  190 W. Hedding Street
  San Jose, CA 95113
• Deadline to submit: May 23, 2025

All appropriately themed submissions will be displayed with the name of the student’s school (student names will not appear), and artwork will not be returned. For schools submitting 25 or more pieces, the Court will coordinate pickup directly.

For more information, please contact Jessica Kellogg at (408) 334-9236 or visit https://santaclara.courts.ca.gov/general-information/court-community .

This is a unique chance for young artists to leave their mark in Santa Clara County’s courthouses and inspire all who serve, visit, or are called to jury duty with their joyful expressions.