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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Trent Kelly is proud to announce Abigail Presley as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Mississippi’s First Congressional District.


Presley, a junior at Corinth High School, earned this honor for her watercolor painting titled “Legacy.” Abigail is the daughter of Edward and Michelle Presley. Her art teacher is Jennifer LeGoff at Corinth High School. 

"Military service is a big part of our family's life," Abigail said. "I appreciate this recognition for my family and my artwork."

"I could tell she was immensely talented from the first time I saw her work," Corinth High School Art Teacher Jennifer LeGoff said. "She has come into her own and gained so much confidence."

The Congressional Art Competition is an annual event that highlights and encourages the creative talents of high school students across the country, with one winner selected from each congressional district. Presley’s artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year, and she will receive two airline tickets to attend the national awards ceremony in Washington, D.C., this summer.

2nd Place: Isabella Hancock, Hernando, MS – Acrylic painting titled “King of the Jungle”
3rd Place: Carley Foster, Booneville High School – Acrylic painting titled “Luke 16:10”
4th Place: Hannah Horton, New Albany High School – Acrylic painting titled “Dance With Me?”
5th Place: Aylin Hernandez, Corinth High School – Artwork titled “Sophia’s First”
5th Place: Isaac Snodgrass, Alcorn Central High School – Pencil drawing titled “Best Friend”

For more information about the Congressional Art Competition, contact melinda.whited@mail.house.gov.