Call for Student Artists : Earth Day Poster Contest

Organization : Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)

Description : On April 22, 2025, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will celebrate Earth Day, a global event dedicated to protecting our planet’s natural resources.

This year’s celebration also marks the 50th anniversary of the Florida Aquatic Preserve Act, which has safeguarded Florida’s most treasured aquatic ecosystems for half a century. The first aquatic preserve was established in 1966, and today, there are 43 throughout Florida.

To honor this milestone, DEP invites students in grades 4-12 to participate in the 2025 Earth Day Poster Contest by creating artwork that reflects this year’s theme: “Protect & Preserve Florida's Living Waters.”  Students are welcome to submit original drawings, paintings or digital artwork using any medium. 

Deadline / Submission The deadline to submit your artwork is March 28 by 5 PM. A completed entry form must accompany all submissions. 

Learn more and download your entry form by visiting this link - https://floridadep.gov/sites/default/files/EarthDay_Rules%2BRegs_2025_FINAL.pdf