Pearland ISD Artists Achieve Historic Milestones at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Art Auction

Pearland Independent School District is celebrating a remarkable achievement at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s annual School Art Auction. Out of over 30,000 entries from talented young Texans across approximately 130 school districts, Pearland ISD proudly saw 13 artworks selected for the prestigious auction, showcasing the exceptional talent within the district.

This year’s auction marked several historic firsts for Pearland ISD. For the first time, all three high schools – Dawson, Pearland, and Turner – were represented in the auction. Additionally, two artworks from Berry Miller Junior High and Pearland Junior High West, made it to the auction for the first time, a testament to the growing artistic talent at the junior high level. Notably, Katherine Xie from Dawson High School achieved the extraordinary feat of having her artwork selected for the auction for the fifth consecutive year.

The students’ exceptional talent and dedication were reflected in the impressive auction results, bringing in a total of $372,000.

The following Pearland ISD students and their teachers were recognized at the auction:

Katherine Xie (Dawson High School) – Lot #3, Color Drawing Class Champion – Auctioned: $80,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck

Sion Joo (Dawson High School) – Lot #6, Painting Class Champion – Auctioned: $50,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck

Haon Joo (Berry Miller Jr. High School) – Lot #22, Premium Class Champion – Auctioned: $35,000 – Teacher: Sara Mendoza

Rubi Thorn (Dawson High School) – Lot #24, Premium Class Champion – Auctioned: $20,000

– Teacher: Teri Zuteck

Lana Royal (Pearland High School) – Lot #25, Premium Class Champion – Auctioned: $15,000 – Teacher: Alyssa Hartgrove

Jack Liu (Dawson High School) – Lot #41 – Auctioned: $32,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck

Emma Chen (Jr. High West) – Lot #45 – Auctioned: $22,000 – Teacher: Christa George

Zoe Yang (Dawson High School) – Lot #46 – Auctioned: $25,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck

Vanessa Cantu (Turner High School) – Lot #54 – Auctioned: $19,000 – Teacher: Gabriela Flores

Faith Nguyen (Dawson High School) – Lot #55 – Auctioned: $14,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck

Ruiti Hea (Dawson High School) – Lot #57 – Auctioned: $22,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck

Binita Halder (Dawson High School) – Lot #76 – Auctioned: $10,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck

Emerson Li (Dawson High School) – Lot #90 – Auctioned: $28,000 – Teacher: Teri Zuteck

"We are incredibly proud of our students and teachers for their outstanding achievements at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Art Auction," Victor Raygoza, Pearland ISD Fine Arts Coordinator said. "Their hard work, dedication, and talent have truly shined, and we are thrilled to see their artwork recognized on such a prestigious platform. These accomplishments highlight the exceptional art education provided in Pearland ISD, and we congratulate all of our students and their teachers on their success."

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s School Art Program provides an invaluable opportunity for young artists to showcase their talents and receive recognition for their work. Pearland ISD’s exceptional performance at this year’s auction underscores the district’s commitment to fostering creativity and artistic excellence among its students.

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Art Gallery