The City Announces Selected Teen Artwork Submissions
Six teen artists will have their artwork wrapped on streetlight controller boxes this summer
NAPERVILLE, Ill. — The City of Naperville is proud to announce the six artists whose submissions have been selected to wrap City streetlight controller boxes:
- Avani Aggarwal — Neuqua Valley High School
- Jumana Janoowalla — Neuqua Valley High School
- Soha Javaid — Neuqua Valley High School
- Olivia Mancha — Neuqua Valley High School
- Annie O’Boyle — Neuqua Valley High School
- Alice Wang — Naperville Central High School
The students responded to a Call for Teen Artists that took place earlier this spring. Their unique contributions will transform streetlight controller boxes into public art that will beautify the community and leave a lasting impact. The City congratulates the six artists and thanks all students who participated.
“We are very pleased with the artwork chosen for the six streetlight controller boxes. Each of the finalists displayed their talents in such a unique way. It’s exciting to be part of this project, and I can’t wait to see the finished product,” said Dawn Portner, City Clerk. “The City of Naperville would also like to thank all the students who submitted their artwork. The student talent we have in this City is amazing.”
The chosen artwork will be installed by June 30, 2025, on streetlight controller boxes located near Naperville Central High School and Naperville North High School.
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Snapshots from the selected teen artwork created by Avani Aggarwal, (bottom left), Jumana Janoowalla, (top left), Soha Javaid, (top center), Olivia Mancha, (top right), Annie O’Boyle, (bottom right), and Alice Wang, (bottom center).
About Naperville: Located 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville, Ill., is home to approximately 150,000 people. This vibrant, thriving city consistently ranks as a top community in the nation in which to live, raise children and retire. The city is home to acclaimed public and parochial schools, the best public library system in the country, an array of healthcare options and an exceptionally low crime rate. Naperville has ready access to a variety of public transportation, housing and employment options. The city’s diversified employer base features high technology firms, retailers and factories, as well as small and home-based businesses. Residents also enjoy world-class parks, diverse worship options, the opportunity to serve on several City boards and commissions, a thriving downtown shopping and dining area, a renowned outdoor history museum known as Naper Settlement and an active civic community. For more information, please visit our website at www.naperville.il.us.