Wheatley Students Recognized in Countywide Art Competition

Photo caption: (L–R) Zachary Trapani, Arista Zhang, Leanna Cai, Elena Rivera, Claudia Gonzales, and Colin Aquilina. Not pictured: Lilliana McLaughlin.

By Williston Post Staff

Seven students from The Wheatley School in the East Williston Union Free School District earned recognition in the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County Student Art Competition for their exceptional creativity.

Congratulations to Zachary Trapani, Arista Zhang, Leanna Cai, Elena Rivera, Claudia Gonzales, Colin Aquilina, and Lilliana McLaughlin, whose artwork will be showcased at East Meadow Farm during Family Fun Day this fall. Their pieces will also appear in the 2025–2026 Gardening Calendar and Guide, which offers seasonal gardening tips and research-based advice.

As part of the competition, students created artwork with a seasonal theme to highlight the beauty of nature and community throughout the year. Their work reflects both artistic skill and an appreciation for the environment, inspiring gardeners and art lovers alike across Nassau County.

Photo courtesy of the East Williston Union Free School District.