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    • Make a donation today!
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  • Home
  • Local Artists Spotlight
  • Become a Member
  • Students of the Month - 1
  • Students of the Month - 2
  • Local Artists Directory
  • More
    • About AWAAC
    • Sponsors/Members
    • Payments & Forms
    • Photo/Video Gallery
  • Make a donation today!
  • Contact

Students of the Month Program

The Art/Music Students of the Month program, which is sponsored by the Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission, is designed to recognize outstanding visual art and performing arts/music students at Anthony Wayne High School. Through this program, AWAAC wishes to encourage and support these emerging art/music students in all their endeavors. 


Each month from October through May, a visual arts student and a music/performing arts student will be selected by the high school art and music teachers to receive this special honor. Chosen students will receive a certificate of honor and gift cards to local businesses from AWAAC. Also, all selected students will be recognized at school art and music programs.

  

This program is funded through a generous grant from the Anthony Wayne Rotary and additional funds contributed by the Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission.

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH - April 2026

The AWAAC Students of the Month for April 2026 are Natalie Tyger and Jacob Boerst.

Congratulations to our April Students of the Month, Natalie Tyger (visual art),

I have to tell you that our SOTM in visual art, Natalie Tyger, is at no loss for words when explaining what art and the creative process means to her. She is a junior from Waterville, Her proud parents are Eric Tyger and Bethel Tyger. Natalie eloquently explained that she finds art to be deeply meaningful to her. It brings her a sense of peace and comfort that she can't find anywhere else. When explaining immersing herself in the creative process, she explained she feels at ease and "everything else fades away."

Natalie plans on attending Bowling Green State University and studying fine art with a concentration on ceramics, jewelry, metal, and sculpture. Not only that, she also mentioned that she wants to get involved with the women's hockey program while at B.G. Go Falcons!

Although she has many passions and things that are important to her, Natalie made it a special point to mention that the most important thing in the world to her is the people closest to her. Although she never named them (you know who you are), she said that her loved ones continue to influence and shape the person she is, every day. If you couldn't tell by now, Natalie is a very cool person. We here at AWAAC have zero doubts she will continue to succeed and get cooler wherever the world takes her. Congrats, Natalie!


Congrats to our SOTM for performance art, Jacob Boerst.

Jacob is a senior from Monclova, where he lives with proud parents, Jill and Brian Boerst. A veteran of nine stage shows while at Anthony Wayne, Jacob informed us he has an affinity for music and acting. When writing of his experiences in the school drama program, Jacob mentioned all the wonderful people he met along the way. As a theater kid, Jacob expressed his joy at having group of like-minded people and the sense of belonging that comes with that. We at AWAAC agree....it's great to find your tribe! 

Jacob plans on attending the University of Toledo in the fall. He hopes to major in business, while also concentrating on stage and screen performance. We here at AWAAC suspect we may see your name in lights, someday, Jacob! We are sure that you'll do us all proud. Congrats, Jacob! 

Natalie Tyger

Artwork by Natalie

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Artwork by Natalie

Artwork by Natalie

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Jacob Boerst

Artwork by Natalie

Jacob Boerst performing in musical

Jacob Boerst

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH - May 2026

The AWAAC Students of the Month for May 2026 are Eden Yates and Madison Gendaszek.

Eden Yates is a junior from Whitehouse. She informed us that she is the second daughter of Mike Yates and Allison Tilley. Eden said that ever since she was a young child, art has helped her deal with her emotions, and she considers it one of her favorite hobbies. Hoping to go to college to study marine biology, Eden says she hopes to stay active in art clubs and music. In addition to visual art, Eden informed us that she also is excited to participate in choir, which she loves, and is also involved in her second school musical! Congratulations, Eden! We wish you the best of luck in all that you do and hope all your dreams come true.


Madison Gendaszek is a senior from Waterville. She is the daughter of proud parents, Brian and Jennifer Gendaszek. Madison told us that music gives her a sense of belonging and allows her to connect with all members of her community. She says she takes great pride in performing with such a great group of like-minded people. Madison plans on attending Kent State University and majoring in nursing while minoring in music. While at school, Madison has participated in several different bands and has become an experienced performer. She told us she has made many priceless memories and is excited to see what the future holds for her. We are excited for you, Madison. We are sure you'll so well!

Eden Yates

Artwork by Eden Yates

Artwork by Eden Yates

Artwork by Eden Yates

Artwork by Eden Yates

Artwork by Eden Yates

Artwork by Eden Yates

Artwork by Eden Yates

Madison Gendaszek

Madison and her clarinet

Madison and her clarinet

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