RULES: 
The contest is open to Ada County residents in grades 6-12.

Submissions could include drawings, paintings, and graphic designs.

Artwork should be in 11" by 17" landscape format and can be submitted on paper or electronically. Artwork can be submitted in the form below. Submissions can also be mailed or dropped off at ACHD's Headquarters in Boise. (5800 N Meeker Ave)

The theme for this year’s contest is "America 250."  Artists are invited to showcase their perspective of what America means to them. Submissions may explore themes including family traditions and celebrations, what freedom looks like to them, American symbols such as flags, fireworks, or local heroes, transportation through history, and more.

A judging committee will select two winning designs from the community to be featured on ACHD’s sweeper trucks, showcasing the artwork across Ada County for years to come. In addition to having their art displayed on a sweeper, all winners will receive a $50 gift card.

Deadline to submit is May 22nd, 2026. You may submit electronically with the form below or print and mail it to us. The printable form is also below.

All submissions will become property of ACHD and will not be returned. A parent or guardian must sign an entry form as part of the submission.

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