May 15, 2023 - Elverson, PA
The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) unveiled newly installed student artwork at the Peter J. Camiel Turnpike Service Plaza. Students from Twin Valley High School created the piece, which is a series of glazed ceramic mosaics highlighting historical and natural sites in the region. This is the 12th artwork created in conjunction with Art Sparks, a PCA and PTC partnership to bring student-created, locally relevant artwork to service plazas across the PTC's 564-mile system."This project gave students the opportunity to further develop a variety of skills and attributes that will prove beneficial both to their academic careers and in the years ahead as they join the Commonwealth's workforce," said Karl Blischke, PCA Executive Director. "Creativity, problem solving, and teamwork are just some of these. I applaud their dedication to creating this beautiful piece and thank all our project partners.""It's amazing how art brings people together," said Mark Compton, PTC CEO. "This project continues to prove how young people can use their imaginations, work together and create something beautiful that motivates others." Speakers Include:Mark Compton, CEO PA TurnpikeKarl Blischke, Executive Director Pennsylvania Council on the ArtsRep. Paul Friel, 26th District serving Chester CountyDr. Patrick Winters, Superintendent Twin Valley School DistrictDr. William Clements, Principal Twin Valley High SchoolJessica Liddell, Teaching artistHeather McCord, Art Teacher, Twin Valley High SchoolMichael Haak, 12th grade student Twin Valley High School Paige Clipsham, 12th grade student Twin Valley High School
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