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Monthly Super Star Essay and Art Contest
As part of our Art and Essay Contest, each student is required to write a 200-word essay and create an accompanying art piece on a specific topic. The winners of the contest will receive a special gift and will have their name and picture featured on our website and social media flyers. It is imperative that all essays and art pieces be submitted by the deadline date. To submit entries, please email both the essay and art piece to the following email address: safediversity@gmail.com. We encourage all participants to put forth their best effort and showcase their creativity and talent through this contest.
S.A.F.E. Communities Scholarship Program Directors
Zenova Williams
Scholarship Program Director
Pam Foote
Assistant Scholarship Program DIrector
2026 Program Calendar
S.A.F.E. Communities
Projects Awareness — Monthly Topics for Youth Programs, Art, Essay & Environmental Justice
01
January
New Year · Goal Setting
Essay
What is your New Year's Resolution for 2025? What are a few things that will help you achieve your goals?
Env. Justice
Write a 200-word essay: Research what is TCEQ (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality).
Art
Draw a picture of yourself completing your 2025 goals.
02
February
Black History Month
Env. Justice
200-word essay: Research what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was doing when he was assassinated — supporting sanitary waste management workers.
Essay
Who is your favorite famous Black environmental hero? (Hint: one of them lives in Houston.)
Art
Draw a picture of your favorite Black history hero.
03
March
Women's History · Health
Essay
How does environmental justice affect people with Multiple Sclerosis, developmental disabilities, Myeloma, Colon Cancer, or kidney disease?
Env. Justice
Research: What is the Texas Center for Justice and Equity?
Art
Draw a picture of Reflections on Women's History.
04
April
Autism · Mental Health
Art
Draw a picture of an autistic child and family.
Essay
How does cyberbullying affect someone with autism, anxiety, or depression?
Env. Justice
Research: How do environmental and climate justice issues affect youth and family hidden mental health?
05
May
Minority Mental Health
Art
Create an art image featuring Lupus Awareness, Celiac Disease, or Skin Cancer.
Essay
How does depression affect a person with Minority Mental Health?
Env. Justice
Research: How do environmental and climate injustices affect a person with high blood pressure?
06
June
Veterans · Senior Health
Art
Create an image of U.S. Veterans returning home with PTSD.
Essay
How does a senior citizen with Alzheimer's, Men's Health, Migraine Headaches, or Scoliosis affect a family's everyday life?
Env. Justice
Research: What does the EPA stand for and what is its role?
07
July
College Goals · Future
Essay
What are your college goals and your plans for the next four years?
Env. Justice
How can environmental scholarship funds help you in your college career?
Art
Create a vision board of yourself graduating from college in the next four years.
08
August
Healthy Vision · Back to School
Art
Create an art image of Healthy Vision.
Essay
Write an essay about your checklist for preparing to go off to school or college.
Env. Justice
Research: How important is it to study environmental and climate injustice while in college?
09
September
Suicide Prevention Awareness
Essay
How can the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline help a person with suicidal ideation and give them hope?
Art
Create an art image on Suicide Awareness & Prevention.
Env. Justice
Research: How can an old underground gas storage tank release dangerous toxic gas affecting young and elderly health?
10
October
Breast Cancer Awareness
Art
Create art for Breast Cancer Awareness.
Essay
What is Breast Cancer Awareness? Share what you've learned through research.
Env. Justice
Research: What is the National Black Environmental Justice Network?
11
November
Thanksgiving · Clean Air
Art
Draw a picture of your family having Thanksgiving Dinner together.
Essay
How can you help keep the air in your community clean?
Env. Justice
Research: November is Clean Air Month — what does Air Alliance Houston do for the community?
12
December
Giving Season · Holiday
Art
Create art depicting giving presents to a less fortunate family at Christmas.
Essay
What does it mean to you to share gifts with your family and friends at Christmas?
Env. Justice
Research: What are the most significant agricultural problems caused by climate change?
REMINDER
1. Remember on the top center of page add S.A.F.E. Communities Logo
2. Add your essay topic in the center of the page.
3. Left side of the paper (first initial and last name
4. Left side of page the name of your school and your grade
5. Left side of page your email and phone number
6. On the right side of the paper your headshot (white background)
7. Students, you can copy the logo from the website. www.safediversity.org
8. Remember it is a criteria that High School and College ambassadors must promote the Logo and flyers on all their social media platforms.
S.A.F.E. Communities
Essay and Art Contest Winners
January Super Star
Essay & Art Winners:
Devon Fox
Eisenhower H.S.
10th Grade
Celeste Agundis
Northside H.S.
9th Grade
February Super Star
Essay and Art Winners:
Alton White
Spring H.S.
12th Grade
Linsie Allen
Spring Collins H.S.
12th Grade
March Super Star
Essay & Art Winners:
Avery Robinson
Westbury H.S.
12th Grade
Linsie Allen
Klein Collins H.S.
12th Grade
April Super Star
Essay and Art Winners:
Andrew Parra
Heights H.S.
10th Grade
Celeste Agundis
Northside H.S.
9th Grade
May Super Star
Essay & Art Winners:
Devon Fox
Eisenhower H.S.
10th Grade
Jayamillo Muhammad
Klentzman Intermediate
6th Grade
June Super Star
Essay & Art Winners:
Andrew Parra
Heights H.S.
10th Grade
Jayamillo Muhammad
Klentzman Intermediate
6th Grade
July Super Star
Essay & Art Winners:
Reginald Plummer
Cypress Creek H.S.
10th Grade
Ryley Plummer
Hamilton Middle School
7th Grade
August Super Star
Essay & Art Winners:
Linsie Allen
Klein Collins H.S.
12th Grade
Alton White
Spring H.S.
12th Grade
September Super Star
Essay & Art Winners:
Sadovia Johnson
Humble H.S.
12th Grade
Jayamillo Muhammad
Klentzman Intermediate
6th Grade
October Super Star
Essay & Art Winners:
Sienna Morales
Kingwood H.S.
12th Grade
Jayamillo Muhammad
Klentzman Intermediate
6th Grade
October Environment & Climate Justice
Essay & Art Winners:
Ny'Quicia Wolford
Booker T Washington H.S.
10th Grade
Ulrich Mooring
Booker T Washington H.S.
11th Grade
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Some Testimonials
Scholarship Recipients
Thanks to the S.A.F.E. Communities scholarship, I was able to attend college and pursue my dreams of becoming a nurse. Without this support, I wouldn't be where I am today. Thank you so much for making a difference in my life!
As a student with a disability, I faced many challenges in high school, but with the help of the S.A.F.E. Communities scholarship, I was able to overcome these obstacles and continue my education.
Receiving the S.A.F.E. Communities scholarship not only provided me with financial support for college, but also gave me the confidence and motivation to pursue my passions and achieve my goals. I am now studying to become a teacher, and I know that my success would not have been possible without the support of this wonderful nonprofit.
S.A.F.E. Communities taught me how to embrace my unique abilities and use them to inspire others. As a Disability Advocate, I now have the skills and knowledge to help other students like me achieve their full potential and reach their goals.
Thanks to S.A.F.E. Communities, I learned how to manage my mental health and succeed academically despite my disabilities. The resources and support they provided me with helped me gain confidence and overcome the challenges I faced.
