National Medalists

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Official Website announced the 103rd Class of National Medalists for the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, celebrating student creators in grades 7 through 12. [1, 2]

Key 2026 National Awards Overview

• Participation: Over 335,000 works were entered by more than 110,000 teens nationwide. [1]

• Recognition: Roughly 92,000 regional awards (Gold Keys, Silver Keys, and Honorable Mentions) were awarded, leading to more than 2,500 national medals. [1]

• National Ceremony: Held on June 10, 2026, at Carnegie Hall in New York City, featuring remarks from actor John Leguizamo and Alumni Achievement Award recipient Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. [1, 2]