Plastic Pollution Poster Contest

Encourage your students to participate in our Plastic Pollution Poster Contest in honor of Earth Day—a creative opportunity to raise awareness about plastic pollution and inspire change through art. We recommend starting with a lesson on the plastic waste crisis, followed by class brainstorming on solutions and creative expression. We’re happy to provide literature and materials to support your teaching.

This year’s contest is open to students in four grade-level categories:

• Grades K–2

• Grades 3–5

• Grades 6–8

• Grades 9–12

Submission Process

Each school may submit one poster per grade-level category via photo upload below. (Exceptions may be made upon request to pacredding2@gmail.com). Final judging will be conducted by local community members.

Judging Criteria

• Must be a resident of Shasta or adjacent counties

• Originality, creativity, and artistry of the poster design

• Clear and compelling messaging on the issue of plastic pollution

• Full compliance with the poster design and submission rules (see below)

Rules for Poster Design

• Posters must reflect the theme of eliminating plastic pollution

• Only used/recycled plastic may be incorporated (no virgin plastic)

• Work must be original and created by either one student or a team of students

• No copyrighted images or content

• Posters must be created on either:

  • 8.5” x 11” paper

  • 11” x 17” paper

  • Or single-thickness poster board (no foam board or styrofoam)

• Any 2D art media may be used: markers, pencils, paint, collage, photos, etc.

• Posters should use bold colors and clear text for visibility and impact

How to Submit

Teachers should take high-quality digital photographs of their school’s top three poster entries and submit them using the ENTER NOW button below.

If you have any questions, please contact PAC at pacredding2@gmail.com.

Let’s inspire students to imagine—and create—a plastic-free future!