"Ava Passalacqua expressed her design's intent, stating, 'I wanted the bus to be meaningful while incorporating the 'America 250' theme by combining classic vibrant American symbols that people could recognize. The artistic style represents school spirit and creativity.'"
"Laketran CEO Ben Capelle remarked, 'We're thrilled to once again offer local students the opportunity to blend public transportation with public art. The creativity in this year's entries has been truly inspiring, showcasing the incredible talent of student artists across Lake County.'"
Laketran announced the winners of the 2026 Design a Bus Wrap student art contest, themed America 250 for the U.S. anniversary. Ava Passalacqua from Riverside High School won first place with her design 'We the People,' which will be displayed on a Dial-a-Ride bus for a year. The contest encouraged students to reflect on Lake County's contributions to American history. Laketran CEO Ben Capelle emphasized the importance of blending public transportation with art and community engagement. The contest was sponsored by Avery Dennison, which provided materials for the bus wrap.
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